Bleeding Hemorrhoids? - **Possible TMI**

MyLuvBugs wrote: Ok....so the joys of childbirth have reaked havok on my intestinal track and my hemorrhoids that I've had for over 6 years now (off and on anyway) are bleeding ...and we're not talking a little spotting...we're talking the toilet water looks like red cool-aid I realize there's probably some tears or "fissions" in my tushy that are the main cause of the bleeding, but with the rhoids raging also.... my butt hurts! I've tried Tucks, Prep H, and even a perscription of Anal Hydrocortizone suppositories.....nothings working.

Should I just be patient and let it heal in time, or do you think this is serious and I need to go in for a "roto-rooter" type exam? My 6 wk checkup with the midwife is on the 13th, but I'm thinking this is beyond her scope and that I should see a butt Doc. KWIM? Maybe I'm just paranoid, but 6+ years of having hemorrhoids off and on is a little accessive don't ya think? And this amount of blood seems...well....like a lot Maybe I'm just over thinking it.

mckayleesmom replied: I would wait a couple days.....I had those internal hemroids...or Fissions as you called them when I was about 8 months pregnant with Russell...I went to the bathroom and when I stood up I thought I was misscarying, then I realized it was coming from the wrong area for that......Seriously..there was so much blood it wasn't even funny. I think it was more blood then I ever even donated. After a couple days it stopped....It got lighter and lighter each time. I wouldn't go on an emergency basis unless it gets worse or there is still alot of blood...In my case the first time was the worst. I would however make an appointment to be seen later.

luvmykids replied: That sounds miserable, I had really bad ones during pg but thankfully they went away (for the most part LOL) .... I would at least call your midwife and see what she recommends, just to put your mind at ease.

MyLuvBugs replied:
Well, they've been bleeding like this for almost a week now... I've just not said anything b/c it's a little embarassing, ya know. I've had them bleed before, but not like this. It litterally is like a heavy period only coming from the wrong area.

mysweetpeasWil&Wes replied: Erika, if it's bleeding that much, I would go get it checked out by maybe just a GP. Or your midwife. But bleeding excessively is probably not a good thing. Women get colon cancer too (not to scare you, but it scares me and any bleeding there isn't a good idea). I had them pretty bad too, but like Brianne, it went away after a couple days. The bleeding just got lighter and cleared up on it's own. 6 years is a long time, hon. Go get it checked.

My3LilMonkeys replied: Personally, I'd call a doc. I think a week is long enough that it might need to be looked at.

mckayleesmom replied:
In that case...I would contact a doctor..I didn't realize its been constant bleeding.

C&K*s Mommie replied: Call your doc or a general doc as mentioned.
Be sure to let us know that you are okay after you talk to a doc.

MyLuvBugs replied:
Yeah thats one of the things I'm scared of. Dad had a colonoscopy a couple years ago (b/c he's over 65) and they removed some pulps (sp?). Mom said he has to go back in for another colonoscopy this month just to make sure there aren't anymore. Apparently he has to do this every year or two.

The "C" word is very scary though.....I guess I'll call the dr tomorrow. Hopefully Medicaid will be helpful and cover it all. I'll keep you all posted.

mom2my2cuties replied: Well worst case senario - since Medicad doesn't usually cover stuff like this without a lot of headache for the insured - I would head to the ER - that way they are forced to cover it.

Sorry you are having this problem I had this not long after delivering Mikee - I had pushed so hard and then bowel movements were a pain in the well butt for lack of a better phrase. I ended up having to have a small tear cauterized in the emergency room.

coasterqueen replied: Yes, definitely go see a professional about this. Pollups (sp?) are genetic from my understanding. I know this because my FIL has had them removed SEVERAL times so we know Dh will have to more than likely deal with this too.

6 years is way too long to deal with something like this and should be taken care of immediately.

CantWait replied: Just wanted to add, that if you decide not to get it checked out right away and there is a fissure, make sure you clean with soap and water after every time you use the bathroom. If there's a fissure you don't want bacteria to enter and get an infection.

MyLuvBugs replied: Well, I just made an appointment for tomorrow morning at 9:45 am......didn't think I'd get in so quick....have to admit...I'm a little scared I'll keep you all posted.

Kaitlin'smom replied: 6 years is way to long to let it go. Glad you made the appointment.