Internal Hemorrhoid

I am wondering how many on this thread are doing now. I hope things have improved over the last couple of years.

I wondered if i could get some input on internal hemorrhoids. I have struggled with chronic constipation for over a year, but managing with high fiber, water, exercise, Metamucil and Miralax. So, no real straining now. Multiple BMs daily.

My 2020 colonoscopy showed internal hemorrhoids, which was a surprise, since I had only been aware of 1 external hemorrhoid that surfaced 3 times in my life. That is now gone, since it thrombosed last year, burst and faded. No polyps,

Fast forward to recently. Can you describe the pain from internal hemorrhoids? Is it possible to have severe pain in rectum for 3-5 minutes and then no pain for days? Then it reoccurs . I’ve had no pain with BMs during this time. Just random times. No bleeding. I have an upcoming appointment with colorectal surgeon. Trying to make sense of it. I’ve read about something called proctalgia fugax.

I get my hemorrhoids' clipped out by my Naturopath from time to time. In and out no problem, very little discomfort. Glad you have your regularity under control. I'd suggest contacting Dr. Hubbard, ND at 1-888-664-6662 or 503-786-7272 in Milwaukee/Portland, OR He is with a great group and I have been to him over several years. With my last colonoscopy in December 2023 I learned I have a redundant color or one that is longer than normal. That explains why I have had constipation problems nearly my whole life of over 71 years. This procedure is way less hassle than the AMA route. Good luck, @Farmer Smith