Thrombosed External Hemorrhoid
A thrombosed external hemorrhoid is one of the most painful experiences outside of childbirth and kidney stones anyone can ever suffer through. Some medical texts describe the pain as “exquisite,” if that gives you any idea. Of course, if you’ve already suffered through a thrombosed external hemorrhoid, you don’t need me to tell you that.
A thrombosed external hemorrhoid is a hemorrhoid originating from external skin that has developed a blood clot. This blood clot blocks free blood flow from the external hemorrhoid and surrounding tissues. Hemorrhoids develop from veins, so this isn’t as bad as it could be… Continue reading


