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What are some "home" remedies for external hemorrhoids?

I have external hemorrhoids and sit at a desk for 6-8 hrs M-F. I am having extreme pain and would like to know some "home" remedies to ease or cure them.

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Witch Hazel (looks like rubbing alcohol) is great for easing the burn/itch. Getting yourself to the Dr. soon is the best way of healing them though. Don't wait too long, you could get an internal tear from the swelling and that would mean pulling part of your intestines (butthole) out and getting stitches. My hubby went through that and it was not good. He waited too long. Sorry, hope I didn't panic you. Just trying to encourage a Dr. visit. Best wishes and hope you feel better soon.

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• A fiber laxative such as metamucil, and witch hazel are about as good as you are going to get with home remedies....try the preperation H...
  But once they get so bad - removal is the only way to deal with them.
• DFKGLD? What is your problem? Are you desperate for a correct answer. Preparation H is the answer.