Is Placing An Ice Cube On A Hemorrhoid Advisable?

Posted on Sat, 15 Nov 2014

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Sat, 15 Nov 2014 Answered on

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Question : is it ok to place an ice cube on a hemorrhoid for 30 seconds at a time as a treatment
regimen. This is for an external hemorrhoid.

Answered by Dr. Rishi (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes. it is a temporary treatment.

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX It is alright to put ice on an external hemorrhoid. Rather cryotherapy has classically been tried for external hemorrhoids. However, permanent cure remains surgical removal.
Ice application will not cause any damage.
Do let us know if you have any questions.
Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E