A Suppository Issue

Ok, so being 9 months pregnant, of course I'm going to run into a case of the "roids". Not just a small case mind you...

Anyways, I have tried using Preparation H suppositories to help with the pains. I have also tried Tuck's Pads and cream. Now then, everytime I insert Prep H suppositories I have a hard time holding them in. I didn't think they were the kind to make you "GO!" and I do mean "GO!". Happens everytime and makes things 10 times worse where the pain is concerned. I try to hold them in long enough for the medication to help but I can't hold them in longer than 10 mins without having that "Oh dear" moment and running for the bathroom.

So I'm at a loss here about what I could do for these pesky "roids". Anybody have advice? Maybe another suppository brand that wont make me run for the toilet?

Chances are you are suffering from the combination of two problems: "roids" are painful and need relief and second, many ladies are somewhat constipated late in pregnancy. Prep H suppositories are very good at lubricating the "roids" but they also lubricate the contents of the rectum. The pressure of the contents of your pelvis push down on the rectum. I think you can see the problem. Try just using the ointment form of Prep H and the Tucks pads and remember, this problem will pass when other things "pass".

Thank you Stephen for your reply. That does make a lot of sense! I guess I will stick to ointments only. I only have a few weeks left of pregnancy so I guess I will just have to tough it out!

I suppose this is the last thing you want to discuss with Dr. Wonderful, but he is your doctor, after all. And as StephenS pointed out, this quite common late in pregnancy so I'm sure he's heard it before. Your case may be exacerbated by the fact that you're on baby #3. You might try a sitz bath. Draw a shallow tub of warm water, add some Epsom Salts, and sit. It should help soothe the area. Unfortunately, sometimes 'rrhoids remain after pregnancy and they may need further attention.

Good luck, GG!