How To Relieve Hemorrhoids
- April 24, 2009
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Hemorrhoids are uncomfortable and embarrassing. Get some relief with these remedies.
You Will Need
- Fibrous foods
- Cold compress
- Unscented toilet paper
- Bath
- Hemorrhoid cream
If hemorrhoids cause pain, bleed frequently, or don’t improve with home remedies, see a doctor.
Step 1: Eat more fiber
Eat more fiber. Adding whole grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables to your daily diet will aid the elimination process, making your bathroom trips less painful.
Step 2: Use a cold compress
A cold compress or ice pack can reduce swelling and relieve itchiness. Apply to the area a few times per day to control inflammation.
Step 3: Use unscented toilet paper
Use soft, unscented toilet paper. Scented paper can irritate hemorrhoids.
Step 4: Take a warm bath
Sit in a tub of warm water for 10 to 15 minutes to soften the skin around the inflamed area and reduce irritation.
Avoid soap, scented bath salts, and essential oils or you could worsen the inflammation.
Step 5: Use an over-the-counter cream
Over-the-counter hemorrhoid creams can provide temporary relief from the pain and may reduce swelling. These won’t make hemorrhoids disappear, but they will help to relieve discomfort.
By age 50, about half of all adults have experienced the itching, discomfort and bleeding that signal hemorrhoids.
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