How Long After Mixed Hemorrhoid Surgery Can I Resume Sexual Activity?

Sharing a bed refers to engaging in sexual activity. Sexual activity can be resumed approximately 3 to 5 weeks after surgery for mixed hemorrhoids. The specific timing depends on factors such as physical constitution, wound size, and post-operative care. Mixed hemorrhoids are formed when internal hemorrhoids fuse with external hemorrhoids through the venous plexus. Surgical treatments for mixed hemorrhoids, performed by a doctor, include hemorrhoidectomy, stapled hemorrhoidopexy, and Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation.

If the patient has a good physical constitution, a smaller post-operative wound, and proper local care, recovery will be faster, and sexual activity can be resumed after about 3 weeks. However, if the patient has a poorer physical constitution or a larger post-operative wound, and inadequate care of the anal area after surgery, it will affect wound recovery. Engaging in sexual activity too early may lead to wound tearing and slow down recovery, so sexual activity should be resumed after about 5 weeks. After surgery, patients need to keep the anal area clean and avoid excessive movement or prolonged sitting. They should develop good bowel habits, clean the area with water after bowel movements to prevent fecal residue, and wear loose and breathable cotton underwear to reduce irritation to the affected area.