I had a forceps delivery 2wks ago and an episiotomy and since then I've been really constipated. I did aquire a small pile whilst pregnant but this morning I was sore down there, went to put some Anusol on it, and discovered I've got another, HUGE pile which is firm and sore! Got the shock of my life!
I know that this one is due to pushing from being constipated. After the birth I was quite sore down there and was scared of opening my bowels incase I busted my stitches open! But, nevertheless, I've always drank plenty of fluids and ate enough fibre. I've never had a problem with being bunged up before and have always gone to the loo once or twice a day. Maybe it's also cos I've been less mobile, though this has improved now.
When I go, a small sheep dropping comes out and it feels like there's more to come but it can't come out as if there's not enough room and I don't wanna strain! I tried lactulose but that didn't do anything and the syrup of figs isn't very effective either. I know all the things I need to eat to combat constipation.
Has anyone had a similar experience? Not sure if it's specific to the episiotomy or just pregnancy in general. What's the best way to get rid of piles? I'm thinking of sitting on some frozen veg next!