Hello,
For several years now, I've been having stomach issues often resulting in constipation; I think I may have IBS. Only recently, however, have I been having some major problem having BMs. When I say major, I mean, I can only pass movements if I take a laxative (I have Dulcolax Women's and milk of magnesia.) So I've resorted to taking a laxative a few times a week just to relieve my bowels.
I know this is a board for help with issues about the rectum and BMs in general, so I shouldn't feel embarrassed, but this next description is going to be pretty gross, I'm sorry! I have been feeling some pressure in my rectum for a few weeks now, so I decided to, well, check it out for myself. I inserted a (washed!!!) finger into my rectum, and a couple of inches in, i found an odd lump on the rectal wall. It doesn't really hurt on its own, but pushing on it made it sting. It's about the size of a pea, probably. I honestly think the lump is pinching off my rectum, because I can... feel poop just past it! (I'm SO sorry for such a gross thing. I washed my hands very thoroughly before and after.)
I've experienced bleeding every now and then since the BM problems started. This is a pretty obvious sign of a hemorrhoid, isn't it? I'm just not sure because 1) I'm only 19, and this is the first time I've ever experienced this, and, 2) We're a sort of poor family with no insurance, so I can't quite go to a doctor for it. It's very concerning since it's basically blocking off any BM unless I use a laxative. (p.s.: I can pass gas just fine, just not a BM...)
If this IS a hemorrhoid, then what can I do to treat it myself? What are the best home remedies for it?
I feel so embarrassed talking about this, but I hope I can find some relief. Thank you in advance...