Hemorrhoids Treatment
Depending on the severity of the disease, the treatment of hemorrhoids can be further divided into home remedies, medications, surgical procedures and others.
1) Home remedies
If you have just started experiencing signs and symptoms of hemorrhoids such as mild pain, swelling or inflammation, certain home remedies can be the best to relieve the symptoms. In milder cases, often these are the only treatments needed.
» Topical Applicants
An over-the-counter cream or suppository containing 1% hydrocortisone can relieve mild pain and inflammation. You can also use the pads of witch hazel or any numbing agent to soothe the symptoms.
» Eat high-fiber food
Eating foods rich in fiber such as fruits, green leafy vegetables, and whole grains can be beneficial for hemorrhoids patients. Fiber-rich foods can soften the stools, increases its bulk and stimulate digestion that helps you avoid straining and ease stool passing. Fiber has also the additional benefit of reducing gas and bloating.
» Warm Bath
Regularly rinse your area around the anus in lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes twice or thrice a day. A warm bath can soothe the anal area and provide relief from mild pain.
» Avoid dry toilet paper
In order to keep the area around anus clean at the end of a bowel movement, you should not use dry toilet paper as it can irritate the area and cause severe pain. Use wet toilet paper or moist towel instead, that in particular, does not have any alcohol or perfume.
» Apply cold compressions
Put on cold compresses or ice packs around your anus to overcome swelling and soothe irritation.
» Take Analgesics
You can use various over the counter painkillers like acetaminophen, ibuprofen or aspirin to help relieve your pain and discomfort temporarily.
In most cases, the symptoms of hemorrhoids often fade away within a week or two by following these home remedies. If you have constant bleeding or severe pain, visit your doctor for definitive treatment.
