Relapse after surgery to remove hemorrhoids
After surgery, a relapse of the disease may develop. Relapse often occurs due to non-compliance with doctor's recommendations, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, chronic stress, lack of personal hygiene, in people with heavy physical labor, and athletes. The risk of developing a relapse a short time after surgery depends on the patient’s age, the severity of the disease, and the method of treatment. After surgery, a few years later, most patients experience re-development of hemorrhoids.
Directions for use and dose
Relief is available in the form of rectal suppositories and in the form of an ointment, which is used for external application. Before inserting a suppository, the anal area must be moistened with warm boiled water.
For patients aged 12 years and older, Relief is prescribed 1 suppository in the morning and evening. Relief Ultra must be administered after each bowel movement (up to 4 suppositories per day).
The ointment is used twice a day: in the morning and in the evening, but not more than 4 times a day.
Relief should not be used to treat children under 12 years of age without prior medical consultation.
Side effects of the drug Relief
Side effects include itching and rashes in the anal area.
You should not continue self-treatment with the drug if, after a week from the start of its use, heavy bleeding from the anus is observed. It is imperative to consult a specialist.
There are no data on the interaction of the drug Relief with other drugs.
The drug can be stored for 2 years in a dry and dark place out of reach of children.
Suppositories of the Relief family
Rectal suppositories of the Relief line are represented on the domestic market by four drugs. They differ in composition and therapeutic purpose. The choice of a specific medicine is determined by the symptoms of the disease. Each case of hemorrhoids requires an individual approach. Relief line suppositories should be used only as prescribed by a proctologist. In this case, the doctor will necessarily take into account the characteristics of the course of the disease and its leading symptom.
Classic Relief
Suppositories are prescribed for the treatment of pathologies of blood vessels or internal hemorrhoids. The natural components present in the composition stop bleeding and swelling. Cocoa butter softens the intestinal mucosa. Suppositories can be used for preventive purposes, for constipation. This is a classic drug that is suitable for almost all categories of patients.
The medicine can be used for a long time. Contraindications include thyrotoxicosis, glaucoma, old age and granulocytopenia.
Not recommended for treatment of children under 12 years of age.
Negative reactions are rare. Usually caused by an overdose or individual intolerance to the incoming components. In the initial stages of hemorrhoids, it is permissible to use it in courses with venotonic tablets.
Relief Advance
The drug is used for severe pain or burning. It has a stronger analgesic effect. The drug is used for acute hemorrhoids, strangulated node or in the postoperative period. It reduces the number of granulocytes. Therefore, constant monitoring of the leukocyte count is required during treatment.
Suppositories are prescribed with caution to young patients, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If acute thrombosis is suspected, it is better to refuse them. Relief Advance is not recommended for use if the skin is damaged. This may provoke systemic absorption. In addition, if there is heavy bleeding from the rectum or if unpleasant symptoms persist within 7 days after starting the course of therapy, you should consult your doctor again.
Relief Ultra
Zinc sulfate and hydrocortisone acetate relieve itching and reduce the severity of inflammation. Candles have a drying effect. Recommended for various types of hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diseases of the anorectal area (dermatitis, eczema, erosion). Doctors prescribe it if paraproctitis is suspected, or if the temperature rises in the postoperative period to prevent inflammation.
Only short courses of use are allowed (no more than 7 days). After treatment you should take a break. If it is impossible to refuse the medication, it is replaced with ordinary Relief suppositories. The drug is strictly contraindicated in patients with diabetes mellitus, fungal and bacterial infections (tuberculosis, syphilis), neoplasms, or a history of allergic reactions. Not recommended for people with high blood pressure.
Relief Pro
Suppositories are used to treat chronic pathologies of intestinal blood vessels, which are accompanied by pain and inflammation. They have an anti-edematous and anesthetic effect. The composition contains fluocortolone pivalate, a substance that blocks the production of inflammatory mediators.
The drug has a wide range of applications. It is prescribed for erosive proctitis, anal fissures, fistulas. Relief is also used for pain relief after surgery. Suppositories quickly help relieve swelling.
Relief Pro has many side effects. Patients often experience intracardiac blockades, increased blood pressure, and inflammation of the pancreas. The possibility of increased excitability and irritability and tremor of the fingers cannot be ruled out. In some cases, people complain of an inexplicable feeling of fear.
General information about the drug
Relief suppositories are used to treat internal forms of hemorrhoids. The line includes several varieties of suppositories, which differ in composition and other parameters. However, they all directly affect the underlying disease and quickly relieve its main symptoms. The drug is produced by a German company.
The drug Relief belongs to the category of antihemorrhoids and has an anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, and immunomodulatory effect. The product of natural origin is actively used in proctology. It fights well against the main manifestations of hemorrhoids, which are visible even to the naked eye.
Candles are torpedo-shaped and come in light yellow or white. Packaged in aluminum blisters of 6 units. There are usually two such blisters in a cardboard pack.
Indications for the use of suppositories are:
- hemorrhoids of external/internal localization;
- itching in the anus;
- erosions and ulcers of the anus;
- tear of the anal ring;
- bleeding from hemorrhoids;
- inflammation of the rectal canal mucosa;
- acceleration of recovery in the postoperative period.
The active ingredient is phenylephrine hydrochloride. This substance acts as an adrenergic stimulant. It has a local vasoconstrictor effect, ensures normalization of blood circulation in hemorrhoids, and reduces swelling. The candles also contain: shark oil, methyl ether, cocoa butter, corn starch.
Contraindications to the use of the drug
Relief should not be used under the following conditions:
- Allergy to components included in the drug.
- Gestation, lactation for the drug Relief Ultra.
- Tuberculosis.
- Severe diabetes mellitus.
- Hypernatremia.
After consultation with a doctor, Relief Advance and Relief can be used during pregnancy.
Relief: answers to questions
- Can Relief suppositories be used to treat pregnant women?
There are no contraindications to the use of Relief suppositories during pregnancy, but before starting their use, medical consultation is necessary.
- Can Relief be used while breastfeeding?
The components included in the drug will pass through the bloodstream into breast milk and then into the baby’s body. Therefore, it is recommended to refrain from using this product during lactation. It is possible to use the drug Relief during breastfeeding only under strict medical indications.
- What is the difference between Relief Advance, Relief Ultra and Relief?
Relief suppositories are used for the treatment and prevention of internal and external hemorrhoids, the drug is especially effective against bleeding nodes. In addition, Relief helps reduce pain, relieve inflammation, itching and swelling. Stopping bleeding is possible due to Phenylephrine, which is part of the drug.
Relief Ultra
primarily prescribed to eliminate inflammation, relieve swelling and itching, which is possible due to the steroid hormone Hydrocortisone included in the drug. In addition, suppositories have a drying and astringent effect, which is provided by zinc sulfate. Relief Ultra is prescribed for the treatment of anal fissures and hemorrhoids, against the background of severe itching, in the presence of eczema or dermatitis.
Relief Advance
contains Benzocaine, which allows you to achieve a pronounced analgesic effect. Therefore, Relief A suppositories are often used to reduce postoperative pain, as well as pain caused by anal fissure and hemorrhoids.
Author of the article:
Volkov Dmitry Sergeevich |
Ph.D. surgeon, phlebologist Education: Moscow State Medical and Dental University (1996). In 2003, he received a diploma from the educational and scientific medical center for the administration of the President of the Russian Federation. Our authors
