The following tips will
at least provide temporary relief for hemorrhoids discomfort:
A) Cool your
affected area with ice. Take crushed ice and place in a re-sealable
plastic bag, wrap with several paper towels and sit on it. Much like
ice wraps work for injured limbs, they'll similarly help your hemorrhoid
pain by reducing blood flow in the region and numbing the pain. Repeat
a few times daily if you so desire.
B) When pain strikes, take a normal, warm bath or soak the
affected area in a warm water-soaked towel. Keep from exceeding 15
or 20 minutes at a time.
Other
home remedies & household considerations.
A)
When you shower, avoid using soap if anal irritation occurs.
Consider using special anal cleansing lotion,
however if you do use soap, make sure you rinse well to
remove excess soapy residue.
B)
Sitting, especially for long periods, may produce discomfort of the
affected area. If this is the case, consider the use of a specially
shaped hemorrhoid cushion. Also be sure to take plenty of breaks.
Hemorrhoid Cushion
(click image for details)
Improve
elimination habits.
Here are some simple rules which can
help keep hemorrhoids pain to a minimum:
A) When you first feel the need to
eliminate stool, GO. The longer you wait, the harder your stool will
be. This will put added, unnecessary pressure on your hemorrhoids -
thusly creating more pain.
B) Take your time and try not to strain.
Bring in some reading material and let nature take its grand old
time. Your hemorrhoids will thank you for it afterwards.
C) In some cases, lubricating the
inner and outer anus area with Vaseline may promote easier
elimination.
D) Get into the habit of using the softest toilet paper
you can find (usually, but not always, these are the most
expensive but well worth it in this case).
E) When finished with elimination, use warm water to wipe the area or
consider using special moistened anal wipes.
Importance
of daily exercise.
If you do not exercise,
try to get into the habit of performing daily low impact aerobic
activities, such as walking, biking or swimming. High impact straining
exercises, such as weight-lifting, should be avoided. Exercise is a great
way to prevent constipation-induced hemorrhoid pain because it helps your
whole digestive system process elimination more naturally.
Dietary considerations as a preventative measure. Yes,
what you eat or drink does play an important role in occurrence and
severity of hemorrhoids. Please observe the following:
A)
Since constipation can make hemorrhoids worse, it's best to eat a
diet that helps prevent constipation from occurring. The best way to
do this is to eat a high fiber diet. Fruits and vegetables, dried
beans, and whole grains are the best way to increase fiber intake.
Prune juice works well too. If you prefer taking dietary supplement,
see next section below.
B) Cutting back on eating salty foods may work at preventing hemorrhoidal pain by
keeping your anus veins from bulging.
C) Drink plenty of purified or
spring water all day, up to a gallon a day. Water helps soften
stool. Consider a faucet mount water purifier as a cost effective
solution, such as one made by
brita or
pur.
Some
dietary supplements.
In this busy world, it's hard to get the
right amount of nutrients via diet alone. If this is the case, all of the
following may help your hemorrhoid situation:
A) If you don't get enough fiber in your
diet, take a fiber supplement, or something similar such as
psyllium.
B)Quercetin appears excellent
in reducing the bleeding, itching and discomfort of hemorrhoids.
Swanson High Potency Quercetin Free radical fighting
flavonoid. Protects blood vessels and immune system cells.
Take daily as support for chronic hemorrhoids, or as needed
to reduce symptoms.
Potent 650 mg per capsule.
There are some effective natural
herbal remedies that may help ease hemorrhoid pain:
A) The clear gel
from a broken aloe vera plant leaf soothes the burning sensation
when applied directly (you can also buy prepared
aloe vera gel).
B) Salves,
gels, creams or liquids can also be used in the same manner.
Goldenseal salve
& Calendula salve can both help relieve
painful symptoms.
C)Gotu Kola and/or
Senna Leaf extract can be taken
internally
during the duration of the symptoms.
Best Value We Found.
Swanson Premium Brand Aloe Vera Skin Soother
Natural rejuvenation and
protection of skin. Combines the soothing herbal power of
pure aloe vera gel and natural source vitamins A D and E.
Perfect topical gel for even the most sensitive of skins.
Use topically for natural hemorrhoid symptom relief. 4
fl oz (118 ml).
A)
Avoid scratching the area. This may make you feel better
momentarily, but you will only prolong and make your condition worse in
the long run.
B) Lose weight if you need
to, especially if you have chronic hemorrhoids. This keeps gravity from
putting more strain on your affected area.
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