No one really enjoys talking about hemorrhoids. There are probably several people close to you who have had to deal with this uncomfortable condition. Whether your hemorrhoids are external or internal, you can benefit from the following advice on treatment and prevention methods.
To help prevent hemorrhoids, make sure your diet is full of fiber. Include foods that contain plenty of fiber, such as whole-grain breads, leafy greens, wheat pasta and oatmeal. Fiber will help encourage healthy bowel movements and reduce rectal strain.
You can use witch hazel to help deal with the uncomfortable side effects of hemorrhoids. This astringent shrinks and constricts the swollen tissues and provides cooling relief. Witch hazel can either be applied via inclusion in a sitz bath, or by direct application using a cotton ball for a few minutes.
When it comes to relieving the discomfort of hemorrhoids, combined hot-and-cold therapy is one of your best bets. This has the effect of shrinking the hemorrhoid. Ice should be placed on the hemorrhoids for around 10 minutes every day, then use warm, moist heat for 20 minutes.
Ice can help stop pain caused by hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids can be extremely painful. Use an ice pack to reduce swelling and decrease pain. Alternate the use of an ice pack with the use of a warm compress. If you relax in a nice warm bath, and use an ice pack when you’re out of the bath, the swelling of your hemorrhoids will go down, and you’ll be much more comfortable.
During bowel movements, straining too hard can cause hemorrhoids. Staying hydrated by consuming more water and cutting back on refined or processed foods is an easy way to soften and ease your bowel movements. Assuming a squatting position may make it easier to avoid straining while having a bowel movement. Use a stool that is placed underneath of your feet when you are defecating. Hemorrhoids aren’t common in those places in the world where the people squat to defecate.
It was previously mentioned that many treatment methods exist for hemorrhoids and their symptoms. Surgery is not usually recommended unless the hemorrhoids are very severe. You can reclaim your life from the pain and limitations caused by hemorrhoids, by learning what causes them and how you can relieve the troublesome symptoms.
