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Hemorrhoids: How to Get Rid of Them

  • Take a Sitz Bath: Soak the anal region in plain warm water for at least ten to fifteen minutes. This should be carried out for at least two to three times in a day. Sitz bath can be fit over the toilet as well. These sitz bath is known to provide relief from irritation caused due to hemorrhoids. Sitz bath can be a small plastic tub which easily fits over the toilet seat or an individual can also go in for a full body bath in the tub with warm water. You can also add in Epsom salt to the bath which can further help to provide relief from pain.
  • Go in for wet wipes:  For those who are experiencing hemorrhoids should go in for wet wipes since use of the dry toilet paper can lead to scratches at the already swollen veins. Hence to avoid such things from worsening the individual should instead use those flushable wipes or instead go in for the unscented baby wipes which are quiet gentle on the skin hence would not lead to any swelling or worsening of the condition.
  • Application of topical medicine: There are varied over the counter medications or topical drugs which are available for treating these hemorrhoids. Those would involve creams, suppositories, ointments or medicated wipes. These items are known to contain ingredients such as lidocaine, hazel which are good in providing relief from pain as well as itching. Mostly for temporary but one can give it a shot. Few of these help in reducing swelling thereby increasing the pace of healing. However, if you going in for the hydrocortisone then do not use it for more than a week’s time.
  • Pain Killer medications: For getting relief from pain, you can take in acetaminophen such as Tylenol, aspirin or ibuprofen so as to provide relief from the discomfort caused due to pain and swelling of hemorrhoids.
  • Application of cold compress: As we all are aware that hemorrhoids are mostly triggered by inflamed or swollen veins hence application of ice packs can help in providing relief from the inflammation by cutting down the supply of blood to the location where there are hemorrhoids. At a time apply the ice packs for a period of 15 minutes on a regular basis. For those who are suffering from large case of hemorrhoids this would prove as an effective treatment option.
  • Good hygiene is a must: For ensuring that hemorrhoids heals faster and effectively that the individual ensures to follow proper hygiene. It would also reduce any kind of infection. Hence every time you visit the bathroom ensure to wash your hands properly.
  • Ensure that you carry out exercise on a regular basis for losing out on those flab: Obesity is also known to be a contributing factor for hemorrhoids. Additional weight tends to exert unnecessary pressure on the veins. Try to stay active as much as possible and also avoid sitting for longer period of time since it can also help to prevent hemorrhoids.
  • Seek out medical assistance: In case if the home treatments as well as the over the counter medicines do not prove to be of much help even after two weeks’ period then it is better to reach out to the doctor since they can diagnose the condition properly and get these hemorrhoids treated. The doctor can recommend treatment such as rubber band litigation and in severe cases they can suggest to go for surgery for removing the hemorrhoids. In case of any rectal bleeding ensure to get it to doctor’s attention the very first time when you notice.
  • Take a Sitz Bath: Soak the anal region in plain warm water for at least ten to fifteen minutes. This should be carried out for at least two to three times in a day. Sitz bath can be fit over the toilet as well. These sitz bath is known to provide relief from irritation caused due to hemorrhoids. Sitz bath can be a small plastic tub which easily fits over the toilet seat or an individual can also go in for a full body bath in the tub with warm water. You can also add in Epsom salt to the bath which can further help to provide relief from pain.
  • Go in for wet wipes:  For those who are experiencing hemorrhoids should go in for wet wipes since use of the dry toilet paper can lead to scratches at the already swollen veins. Hence to avoid such things from worsening the individual should instead use those flushable wipes or instead go in for the unscented baby wipes which are quiet gentle on the skin hence would not lead to any swelling or worsening of the condition.
  • Application of topical medicine: There are varied over the counter medications or topical drugs which are available for treating these hemorrhoids. Those would involve creams, suppositories, ointments or medicated wipes. These items are known to contain ingredients such as lidocaine, hazel which are good in providing relief from pain as well as itching. Mostly for temporary but one can give it a shot. Few of these help in reducing swelling thereby increasing the pace of healing. However, if you going in for the hydrocortisone then do not use it for more than a week’s time.
  • Pain Killer medications: For getting relief from pain, you can take in acetaminophen such as Tylenol, aspirin or ibuprofen so as to provide relief from the discomfort caused due to pain and swelling of hemorrhoids.
  • Application of cold compress: As we all are aware that hemorrhoids are mostly triggered by inflamed or swollen veins hence application of ice packs can help in providing relief from the inflammation by cutting down the supply of blood to the location where there are hemorrhoids. At a time apply the ice packs for a period of 15 minutes on a regular basis. For those who are suffering from large case of hemorrhoids this would prove as an effective treatment option.
  • Good hygiene is a must: For ensuring that hemorrhoids heals faster and effectively that the individual ensures to follow proper hygiene. It would also reduce any kind of infection. Hence every time you visit the bathroom ensure to wash your hands properly.
  • Ensure that you carry out exercise on a regular basis for losing out on those flab: Obesity is also known to be a contributing factor for hemorrhoids. Additional weight tends to exert unnecessary pressure on the veins. Try to stay active as much as possible and also avoid sitting for longer period of time since it can also help to prevent hemorrhoids.
  • Seek out medical assistance: In case if the home treatments as well as the over the counter medicines do not prove to be of much help even after two weeks’ period then it is better to reach out to the doctor since they can diagnose the condition properly and get these hemorrhoids treated. The doctor can recommend treatment such as rubber band litigation and in severe cases they can suggest to go for surgery for removing the hemorrhoids. In case of any rectal bleeding ensure to get it to doctor’s attention the very first time when you notice.