The symptoms you have when it comes to hemorrhoids usually depend on its location. Internal hemorrhoids are tucked inside the anus and often not painful, so bloody stools may be the only symptom. If the hemorrhoids are on the outside, they can cause itching and pain. This article provides some tips and information about how to cope with this condition.
If you happen to be suffering through a flare up of hemorrhoids, relief from the pain and discomfort is possible. One way to relieve the pain is by sitting in a lukewarm sitz bath for about ten minutes, several times each day. By using a cold compress, you may get relief.
Consider using witch hazel as a treatment for discomfort and pain. It’s an astringent that can shrink hemorrhoid tissue to provide healing and relief. Apply witch hazel to a cotton ball then let it set for up to 10 minutes. You can also add it in a sitz bath.
If you are having a hemorrhoid flare-up, be careful not to let these painful, swollen veins come into contact with personal hygiene products containing dyes, fragrances, or essential oils. Exposing these tissues can cause painful stinging and more forceful itching and swelling sensations.
Put ice on your hemorrhoids to ease pain. These sores can be very painful. Use an ice pack to reduce swelling and decrease pain. Use a warm compress after using an ice pack. Soaking in a lukewarm tub and then switching to a cold compress, is a good way to ameliorate the discomfort and swelling caused by hemorrhoids.
Whole wheat bread is great to consume for digestion purposes and can improve hemorrhoids. It also prevents itching and irritation elsewhere on your body. Make the choice of healthy, high fiber, whole grain bread for your next sandwich.
As you learned earlier, many adults have hemorrhoids at least once in their lives and many keep getting them. It is relatively easy to prevent hemorrhoids for the most part, with a good diet and regular exercise.
