What ointment to use for external hemorrhoids? ——Analysis of hot topics across the Internet and medication guide
Recently, health topics have continued to attract the attention of netizens, especially discussions related to anorectal diseases. This article combines the hot search data of the entire Internet in the past 10 days to organize the external hemorrhoid medication guide for you and provide structured data reference.
1. Top 5 hot health topics on the Internet (last 10 days)

| Ranking | topic | heat index | 
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health risks of sedentary people | 9,850,000 | 
| 2 | Hemorrhoids medication options | 7,620,000 | 
| 3 | Sub-health status in the workplace | 6,930,000 | 
| 4 | Traditional Chinese Medicine External Application Therapy | 5,410,000 | 
| 5 | Gastrointestinal health management | 4,880,000 | 
2. Comparative analysis of commonly used ointments for external hemorrhoids
According to the clinical medication data of the anorectal department of tertiary hospitals and the sales data of e-commerce platforms, the mainstream external hemorrhoid ointments are compiled as follows:
| Drug name | Main ingredients | Efficacy and characteristics | life cycle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayinglong Musk Hemorrhoid Ointment | Musk, bezoar, pearls, etc. | Reduce swelling, relieve pain, activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis | 7-10 days | 
| Antai Ointment | Diyu charcoal, gallnut, etc. | Cool blood, stop bleeding, astringe and promote muscle growth | 5-7 days | 
| Compound carrageenate suppository | carrageenate, lidocaine | Protect mucosa, local anesthesia | 3-5 days | 
| Puji Hemorrhoid Suppository | Bear bile powder, borneol | Clear away heat, detoxify, reduce swelling and relieve pain | 7 days | 
3. Precautions when using medication for external hemorrhoids
1.Correctly identify symptoms: External hemorrhoids mainly manifest as anal pain, itching, and lumps, and need to be distinguished from anal fissures, perianal abscesses and other diseases.
2.Principles of combined medication: In the acute stage, oral anti-inflammatory drugs can be used; in severe bleeding, hemostatic drugs need to be added
3.Essentials of life conditioning:
• Take sitz bath with warm water 2-3 times a day
• Keep bowel movements clear
• Avoid sitting and standing for long periods of time
4.Tips for taboo people: Pregnant women are prohibited from using ointments containing musk ingredients; those with allergies should do a skin test first
4. Questions and answers on hot topics that netizens pay attention to
| High frequency problem | Professional answers | 
|---|---|
| Can ointment cure external hemorrhoids? | Ointments only relieve symptoms, and severe cases require radical surgery. | 
| How long does it take for the medication to take effect? | Pain is generally relieved within 3 days, and complete swelling takes 1-2 weeks. | 
| Can it be used for a long time? | Do not use continuously for more than 2 weeks. If it does not work, you need to seek medical advice. | 
5. Latest treatment trends
1.Minimally invasive technology applications: RPH (automatic hemorrhoid ligation) has become a hot search term, and the number of discussions increased by 120% in a single week
2.Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy: Search volume for traditional Chinese medicine fumigation prescriptions increased by 45% month-on-month
3.Intelligent diagnostic and treatment equipment: Home anorectal tester is on the hot search list on e-commerce platforms
Warm reminder: This article is for reference only. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific medication. If the symptoms continue to worsen or the bleeding does not stop, please go to a regular hospital for treatment in time.
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