Exroid® Treatment Aftercare
Urgent: If you develop heavy bleeding, severe or worsening pain, fainting, fever, large clots, or new bowel/urinary difficulty, seek urgent care or call 112/999. For non-urgent concerns, contact the clinic during hours.
What to Expect
- Mild discomfort/pressure for 24–72 hours
- Light bleeding or spotting for 24–48 hours
- Small amounts of mucus for a few days
First 24–48 Hours
- Activity: Gentle walking is fine; avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, cycling/spinning, hot tubs/saunas.
- Hygiene: Rinse with warm water after each bowel motion; pat dry, avoid rubbing or perfumed products.
- Pain relief: Simple analgesia (e.g., paracetamol) unless advised otherwise; avoid starting new NSAIDs unless your doctor tells you to.
- Avoid: Rectal products (suppositories/enemas) unless prescribed.
- Work: Office work usually next day; physical jobs 48–72 hours as comfort allows.
Bowel Care
- Avoid straining and long periods on the toilet.
- Aim for 25–30 g fibre/day and 1.5–2 L water/day (unless you have a fluid restriction).
- Use a stool softener if recommended by your clinician.
- Contact us if you have no bowel motion for >48 hours or are straining.
Day 3–14
- Increase activity gradually; continue fibre and hydration.
- Minor spotting/mucus should settle; improvement develops over weeks.
Medicines
- Continue prescribed medicines (including anticoagulants/antiplatelets) unless your doctor advised otherwise.
- Let us know if you start new medicines that affect bleeding or bowel habit.
Red Flags — Seek Help
- Heavy bleeding (soaking pads, large clots, bleeding that does not ease)
- Severe/worsening pain, fever or rigors, fainting
- New inability to pass urine or stool, or severe constipation
Follow-Up
We typically review patients within 2–6 weeks. Contact the clinic sooner if symptoms persist or concerns arise.
This guidance is general and does not replace personalised medical advice. Follow the specific instructions given at your appointment.
