Clinical features: Hemorrhoid disease is due to enlargement or thrombosis of the veins in the external or internal hemorrhoidal plexus. Common clinical feature is the passage of bright-red blood or blood coating of the stool. There is a feeling of vague anal discomfort. External haemorrhoids can be very painful. Prolapse is a complication.
Treatment guidelines
• Treat any identified causative condition
• Encourage high fibre diet
• Careful anal hygiene
• Saline baths
• Avoid constipation by using stool softener.
Drug of Choice |
Anusol (PR) Suppository one or twice a day |
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Or |
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Bismuth subgallate with 1% hydrocortisone ointment (PR) once or twice a day. |
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Paracetamol (O) 500 mg every 6 hours |
Second Choice |
Proctosedyl suppository (PR) |
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Or |
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Ointment (PR) once or twice a day. |