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Lilliesmum79 Sun 08-Oct-23 10:50:21

This is the first time I've ever had this. Tried foning Dr's couldn't get through. I then went to a chemist and bought an ointment been using it form past 3 days it's still there. Very itchy and uncomfortable is there anything else I can try?

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crazyH Sun 08-Oct-23 11:01:35

Yes, I suffered from it a few years ago. I used the ointment given by the Doctor and also at her suggestion, while you’re having a shower try and push it back. And do the squeeze exercise. I always keep a tube of Anusol with me and I dab it on as soon as I feel itchy. I haven’t had an ‘attack’ since then

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Lilliesmum79 Sun 08-Oct-23 11:05:28

I've tried pushing lump in but won't stay in. Very tempted to use Witch hazel lotion on it to see if it would help

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Aldom Sun 08-Oct-23 11:15:43

Speak to the pharmacist for advice. Piles are on our surgery's list of minor illnesses that a pharmacist can deal with. Perhaps suppositories would be helpful alongside ointment.

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littleflo Sun 08-Oct-23 16:21:48

Use ANUSOL ointment rather than the cream, I also use Anusol suppositories. I use sudocreme for the itching and wash with acqueous cream. I have also bought hypo allergenic baby wipes instead of loo paper. It is murder but I find Parecetomol helps with the pain.

Oh the joys of getting old. I have just answered another poster regarding incontenance pads.

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