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Treatment for Hemorrhoids
How to treat hemorrhoids?
(16 Aug 2007)
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Most hemorrhoids can usually be addressed by simple changes in food and bowel habits. Hemorrhoids, when in the initial stages, do not usually need surgery or invasive treatment unless they are large or painful. The aim of nonsurgical techniques used in treating hemorrhoids, also known as fixative procedures, is to repress the supply of blood to the hemorrhoids in order to lessen further development or heal it.
The scar tissue that is formed in the place helps in facilitating the anal tissues and blocking more hemorrhoids from forming.
Some hemorrhoids are likely to heal on their own in a while. However some hemorrhoids tend to reappear unless the patient undergoes treatment to prevent its recurrence.
Some effective methods of prevention include:
- Consume approximately 20 and 30 grams of fiber every day.
- Drink not less than 8 oz of water daily.
- Step-up the amount of time for everyday physical activity.
- Stool softeners or purgatives can help in lessening the discomfort associated with passing stools. Consult with your medical expert concerning the use of stool softeners or laxatives in aiding with the condition.
- Losing some weight is also known to be helpful in easing the condition.
- Alter existing bowel habits. Show a positive response when you get the urge for bowel movements and remain relaxed in order to avoid violent exertions.
- Practicing good personal hygiene is also helpful in keeping the anal area clean. Try to avoid the use of rough toilet paper as this may aggravate the raw tissue.
Treating hemorrhoids is dependent on the severity of the condition and early treatment can be conducted at home. Some lifestyle changes may be adopted as comfort measures. These include:
- Complete bed rest for a day or two will take the pressure off from the veins that have become inflamed owing to the condition. If you are pregnant you can try to lie down on the side to obtain relief. For others who are not pregnant, sleeping on the stomach with a pillow placed beneath helps in decreasing the swellings of the hemorrhoids.
- Do not attempt to sit or stand for long periods of time when the hemorrhoids are inflamed. If sitting for a long time is unavoidable, sit on a soft pillow as this can help to provide some relief from the pain and discomfort.
- Do not carry heavy objects as they can unnecessarily put pressure on the inflamed area.
- Wear comfortable underwear as this will help in preventing the buildup from moisture. The accumulation of dampness and moisture can irritate hemorrhoids and hence wearing loose undergarments allows freedom of movement and decreases the pressure around the anal region.
- Do not use a ring, also known as a doughnut, cushion. Such kinds of cushions or pillows are believed to restrict the flow of blood and worsen the symptoms.
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answered by G M on 19 May 2009, 12:22:55
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Hemorrhoids treatment- - Take 3-4 glasses of warm water daily early in the morning.
- Do kapalbhaati in yoga pranayam.
- Take a homeopathic remedy called as nux vomica 30, 5 pills once a bed time daily.
- Take a dose of Aloe socrotina 200 once every 7 days at bed time for 2 months.
- Take lot of green leafy vegetables in your diet.
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answered by D M K on 18 Nov 2007, 10:25:13
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