Things that can be done at home to relieving hemorrhoids
are changing your diet for one high in fiber, drinking 6-8 glasses of
water a day, trying not to strain during bowel movements and sitting in a
tub of warm water for 10 minutes several times a day. There are also
creams and suppositories that temporarily relieve the pain and itching.
When that does not provide enough relief there are treatments that can
be done at doctor’s offices or hospitals. Rubber band ligation is when a
doctor places a special rubber band around the base of the hemorrhoid,
it in turn cuts of circulation causing it to shrivel. Sclerotherapy is
when a chemical solution is injected into the blood vessel to shrink the
hemorrhoid, and last but certainly not least is infrared coagulation
where a doctor utilizes heat to rid of the hemorrhoid tissue. For the
larger external and internal hemorrhoids that cannot be removed by the
previous treatments, a surgical removal would be best.
With all
that said, there is a secret out there that can help prevent
hemorrhoids. The anal sphincter is the muscle that allows us to control
our bowels. When constipated an increased amount of force is needed to
pass waste through it. The increased force by the passing waste can
agitate the hemorrhoids and enlarge them. Constipation is a major cause
for hemorrhoids and fiber can be that much needed relief. We already
mentioned before that a diet high in fiber is needed in order to treat
hemorrhoids. The reason for that is that a high fiber diet makes it
easier and softer to pass stools. Thus reducing the pressure caused by
straining. Also daily exercise helps with constipation relief, and will
help with relieving hemorrhoids.
