There are different types of external hemorrhoids and all different times to disappear, so it is not possible to make a generalization. There are four types of external hemorrhoids, namely connective tissue external hemorrhoids, varicose external hemorrhoids, inflammatory external hemorrhoids and thrombotic external hemorrhoids, which are characterized by anal dampness, itching, local pain and swelling. Generally connective tissue external hemorrhoids and varicose external hemorrhoids do not go away on their own. Inflammatory external hemorrhoids can gradually improve in about 7 days with external hemorrhoid suppositories and hemorrhoid creams, along with physical therapy, etc. Symptoms such as pain and swelling can gradually improve. The painful symptoms of thrombosed external hemorrhoids are more pronounced. Using hemorrhoid suppositories and hemorrhoid creams, together with warm water sitz baths and physical therapy, the symptoms can generally be gradually relieved in about 2 weeks. If conservative treatment does not work, the nucleus of the hemorrhoid needs to be removed through surgery. In addition, patients with hemorrhoids should work and rest regularly, establish regular bowel habits, avoid eating spicy and irritating foods, and eat more fiber-rich foods to prevent constipation and diarrhea.