What should I do about rectal bleeding from mixed hemorrhoids?
Disease description:
It has been going on for three months, with bleeding during every bowel movement and blood visible on the stool. Worried, I went to the hospital for a checkup, and the doctor diagnosed me with mixed hemorrhoids. I would like to know what I should do about rectal bleeding caused by mixed hemorrhoids?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingxiang
When bleeding occurs during bowel movements due to mixed hemorrhoids, symptoms can be improved by adjusting diet and lifestyle habits, such as increasing dietary fiber intake, drinking more water, and avoiding prolonged sitting or standing. If symptoms persist, medical treatment may be considered, including hemorrhoid ointments or topical traditional Chinese medicine, but these should be used under a doctor's guidance. For severe or persistent bleeding, prompt medical consultation is recommended; the doctor may suggest surgical interventions such as hemorrhoidectomy or stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Physical therapies like laser treatment or cryotherapy, as well as traditional Chinese medicine therapies, can serve as adjunctive treatments. Comprehensive management is essential for mixed hemorrhoids with rectal bleeding; patients should seek timely medical care and follow professional advice to avoid disease progression.
