How long does it hurt after hemorrhoid surgery

As the incision heals over time after surgery, the symptoms of pain will gradually decrease, usually for about 2-3 weeks. After hemorrhoid surgery there are incisional trauma in the anal area, which can cause painful symptoms. Because the local nerves around the anus are sensitive and abundant, the pain level of the anal incision is relatively intense compared to the surgical incisions in other parts of the body, but most patients can still tolerate it. In patients with a low pain threshold, the pain will be more pronounced. At this time, you can describe your pain situation to the doctor, who will give the appropriate pain medication for treatment according to the pain level. For very severe pain, painkillers can be given in an infusion or intramuscular painkillers, and after the severe pain has subsided, oral painkiller tablets can be taken to maintain the effect of the medication. After surgery, care should still be taken not to let the stools dry out and to keep them soft and clear to avoid pain in the anal area caused by dry stools and irritation from forceful defecation. Local cleaning or sitz bath after defecation can also improve the painful symptoms.