How to deal with Roid Rage?

I'd take it easy until the swelling goes down.  Last thing you want is for the blood vessel to break - its a real PITA, both literally and figuratively.  

I've dealt with this for well over a year, and mine was bigger than a small grape.  Not joking.

Don't use vaseline since it may cause more issues.

I ran with a full-blown "thrombosed" hemorrhoid 3 weeks ago during my 50 mile Ultra.  Yes, it was miserably painful the whole time, but I somehow mentally did not let it get to me and was able to focus on the running, scenery, and other runners/spectators.

I did go to urgent care for a minor surgery relief, but that didn't help completely and ended up going to general surgery to get it removed.  I'm recovering at this time very well.

It may seem like a laughing matter and people will make "pain in the azz" jokes, but I didn't mind and found them funny.

Get to thy doctor and get evaluated, otherwise you might end up like what I went through.

Vaseline is oil-based and may cause some problems on that sensitive vein, at least what I experienced.  Others say to apply liberally.  I would check with your doctor for a final diagnosis.

http://www.zimbio.com/Hemroids/articles/H-7lbc3flDd/Can+Vaseline+petroleum+Jelly+used+cure+hemorrhoids

Preparation H NEVER worked for me.

I used Body Glide to prevent chafing for the run, but the hemorrhoid picked up some of  the Body Glide (along with sweat) and the combination made less friction, thus slightly less pain.