IS aloe vera usage on rectum a bad idea?

[Red Squirrel]

For about a week now I've been getting pain and bleeding there, a pain that feels like a cut. I have lot of hair which means lot of wiping, so the friction is most likely what caused the bleeding. I probably have irritation or an actual cut.

That said, I decided to apply some aloe vera on it before and after I go for a #2. It seems to really help. I did not read this anywhere, I just kinda figured I'd try, probably not the smartest move, so thought I'd get an opinion from people who may know more then me about this subject.

And yes I should probably see a doctor. I'm just giving it some time to see if it goes away as it usually does, it's just this time is lasting longer. It actually seems a bit better today.

I'm thinking what I have may possibly be this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anal_fissure

 

[SociallyChallenged]

In the case of anal fissures and the most common related ailments, an increase in dietary fiber intake can help ease the pain a lot. Trust me, go buy some fiber and take it 2-3 times a day for the first 2-3 days and it will help alleviate a lot of the pain short term. You can continue taking it less frequently as a daily supplement to add to your veggies. If you start eating more veggies and such, the problem will stay away - it's a good long term remedy. Also, if you use soap on the anus, that can promote these sorts of problems. It dries everything out and creates cracking/chapping. Clearly you need to wash the surrounding area and intermittently need to clean it with soap, but the oils that the soap washes away are essential for good function.

 

[Red Squirrel]

Actually that was going to be my second question, if I should increase fiber intake. I was also reading that caffeine can be really bad for this. I have been drinking a lot of hot chocolate since I moved to a different location as the room is extremely cold. Can't wait till summer as it wont be as bad. Aparantly +12 is within OSHA standards so it's not really considered a big deal. If the office is colder then the server room, I kind of see that as a problem.

I should probably buy a huge bag of almonds as I can just munch on that most of the day at work. I tend to get the munchies and go get a chocolate bar. I have been eating a bit more fruit though as they actually sell bananas in the cafeteria so I usually grab one instead of a donut.

Only thing, will fiber make me have to go more often? So should I avoid eating too much of it, but still eat enough?

 

[irishScott]

I don't have any medical authority, but I've used Aloe Vera in that area for years when it's gotten too irritated. Never had any problems. Note I'm talking about the skin around the hole, not the hole itself.

 

[imported_Imp]

Increase fibre intake, have lots of salads and the bleeding should stop/minimize. Just remember to stick to the diet or it will come right back.

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: RedSquirrel
Actually that was going to be my second question, if I should increase fiber intake. I was also reading that caffeine can be really bad for this. I have been drinking a lot of hot chocolate since I moved to a different location as the room is extremely cold. Can't wait till summer as it wont be as bad. Aparantly +12 is within OSHA standards so it's not really considered a big deal. If the office is colder then the server room, I kind of see that as a problem.

I should probably buy a huge bag of almonds as I can just munch on that most of the day at work. I tend to get the munchies and go get a chocolate bar. I have been eating a bit more fruit though as they actually sell bananas in the cafeteria so I usually grab one instead of a donut.

Only thing, will fiber make me have to go more often? So should I avoid eating too much of it, but still eat enough?

For me, fiber doesn't really make me go noticeably more often, but it does make me more regular and helps with pain. You should avoid eating too much because that will make you "too regular," but you should definitely increase it a fair amount especially initially to rid yourself of the painful symptoms.

 

[Red Squirrel]

Originally posted by: irishScott
I don't have any medical authority, but I've used Aloe Vera in that area for years when it's gotten too irritated. Never had any problems. Note I'm talking about the skin around the hole, not the hole itself.

That's where I put it as thats where it's irritating/bleeding.

Though part of the problem may be that I've also used soap that far and maybe did not rince it properly. I'll have to be more careful.

Right now it's way less bad then it was yesterday though, so think the aloe vera actually is helping or it's just a coincidence.

 

[arrfep]

I've slowly ramped up my fiber intake over the last year, to the point that I'm getting 40+ grams a day. It's not like in the movies where you eat a bag of prunes and ten minutes later you're uncontrollably shitting in your pants. They call it being "regular" because that's what happens, at least for me. I know when to expect a BM, and they move very easily.

I would also suggest wet TP or baby wipes. If you go the wet route, make sure it's not cheap stuff or it will disintegrate.

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: arrfep
I've slowly ramped up my fiber intake over the last year, to the point that I'm getting 40+ grams a day. It's not like in the movies where you eat a bag of prunes and ten minutes later you're uncontrollably shitting in your pants. They call it being "regular" because that's what happens, at least for me. I know when to expect a BM, and they move very easily.

I would also suggest wet TP or baby wipes. If you go the wet route, make sure it's not cheap stuff or it will disintegrate.

Baby wipes are generally frowned upon by physicians due to the reasons I've stated above that relate to soap-use. Wet TP could help with reduced friction if sensitivity is high, but baby wipes are a no no.

 

[Capt Caveman]

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: arrfep
I've slowly ramped up my fiber intake over the last year, to the point that I'm getting 40+ grams a day. It's not like in the movies where you eat a bag of prunes and ten minutes later you're uncontrollably shitting in your pants. They call it being "regular" because that's what happens, at least for me. I know when to expect a BM, and they move very easily.

I would also suggest wet TP or baby wipes. If you go the wet route, make sure it's not cheap stuff or it will disintegrate.

Baby wipes are generally frowned upon by physicians due to the reasons I've stated above that relate to soap-use. Wet TP could help with reduced friction if sensitivity is high, but baby wipes are a no no.

Baby wipes will be fine. The vast majority of them are much softer than wet tp, hypoallergenic, alcohol-free and have aloe and vitamin e.

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: Capt Caveman

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: arrfep
I've slowly ramped up my fiber intake over the last year, to the point that I'm getting 40+ grams a day. It's not like in the movies where you eat a bag of prunes and ten minutes later you're uncontrollably shitting in your pants. They call it being "regular" because that's what happens, at least for me. I know when to expect a BM, and they move very easily.

I would also suggest wet TP or baby wipes. If you go the wet route, make sure it's not cheap stuff or it will disintegrate.

Baby wipes are generally frowned upon by physicians due to the reasons I've stated above that relate to soap-use. Wet TP could help with reduced friction if sensitivity is high, but baby wipes are a no no.

Baby wipes will be fine. The vast majority of them are much softer than wet tp, hypoallergenic, alcohol-free and have aloe and vitamin e.

They also, often times, have a soap or detergent component. The soap rids the area of the natural oils that are required to maintain sphincter elasticity. All of the other things are good, but will negate the pro's by ridding the body of those oils, leading back to things such as the anal fissure. So no, baby wipes won't be fine.

 

[GenHoth]

Consider trimming all that hair to make hygiene easier?

 

[Red Squirrel]

Originally posted by: GenHoth
Consider trimming all that hair to make hygiene easier?

Actually I'll be getting waxed I think. Enough is enough! lol I think shaving would cause too much itchyness. Waxing will be painful and a little awckward at first, but think it will get better results.

As for wipes yeah I can see how that could be bad. In fact at first I thought the pain was actually infection so I was about to use alcohol then I rethought about it and realized that would probably be really bad.

As of now, I can say it's way better then even this morning.

 

[Jeffg010]

get laser

http://www.hairremovaljournal.org/treat_bikini.htm

Jeff