Getting hemorrhoids relief is not as hard as you might think. By definition, hemorrhoids are an abnormally enlarged vein. Irritations around the enlarged veins can cause itching, burning, and swelling. How do you get them? And better yet, how do you get rid of them?
Hemorrhoids are also called piles, are normally present veins in the anus and rectum that become swollen and inflamed. Over 3/4 of people in the US alone have hemorrhoids at some time in their life. The peak age is between 45 to 65 years, although pregnancy is when most women experience them.
These little or sometimes big 'appendages' can really be aggravating! Sure there are a lot of really messy ointments and creams on the market, but most of them don't work very well. How can you keep an ointment 'in place' on this area?
The answer is that you can't! Hemorrhoids can give you a lot of grief! They can be very uncomfortable and bleed sometimes. They can also be located internally or externally.
The Cause of Hemorrhoids
Straining to have a bowel movement is the #1 cause of hemorrhoids. This may happen if you're constipated for several days. It may also happen if you sit on the toilet too long.
Hemorrhoids are caused by an increase in pressure of the veins of your anus or rectum. Heredity, aging, lifting heavy objects, severe coughing, childbirth, infections, Obesity, diarrhea, standing for long periods, and even sitting too long can also contribute to hemorrhoids.
Types of Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in your rectum or anus. The type you have depends on where it occurs. There are typically three different kinds.
Internal hemorrhoids involve the veins inside the rectum. They usually don't hurt and may bleed painlessly.
Prolapsed hemorrhoids may stretch down and bulge outside the anus. They may go back inside your rectum on its own, or you can push it back inside.
External hemorrhoids involve the veins outside the anus and can be itchy or painful and may sometimes bleed.
Hemorrhoid Symptoms
Symptoms may include a sensation of fullness, usually described as feeling the urge to have a bowel movement even when there is no stool. Straining to have a bowel movement may worsen the discomfort.
This can be accompanied by acute pain, itching, and irritation around the anus. This often occurs when the hemorrhoid has prolapsed and can be felt on the outside of the anus or it can be caused when a blood clot develops or the hemorrhoid becomes twisted. There may also be a painful lump or swelling around the anus.
Easy Hemorrhoids Relief
Fiber - Consuming more fiber has a beneficial effect in relieving hemorrhoid symptoms and bleeding. Fiber softens stool by increasing bulk, which helps to reduce straining. Seven randomized trials with a total of 378 participants have found fiber improved symptoms.
Eat foods high in fiber, such as whole grains and vegetables. Psyllium, a powdered fiber supplement, is another option, one that's inexpensive and readily available. A typical amount of psyllium is one teaspoon of the husks in water followed by another glass of water.
Another option is ground flaxseeds. Whatever the source of fiber, it's important to drink sufficient water or constipation may worsen.
Bioflavonoids are a type of plant compound that work by stabilizing and strengthening blood vessel walls and by decreasing inflammation. They help reduce anal discomfort, pain, and anal discharge during an acute hemorrhoid attack. Side effects of bioflavonoids appear to be mild and rare, making them a promising treatment for hemorrhoids in pregnancy.
Witch Hazel is not be taken internally but is instead applied topically to the anal area in the form of witch hazel distilled liquid, ointment, or medicated pads.
Witch hazel decreases bleeding because it's an astringent. It may also give hemorrhoids relief of pain, itching and swelling.
Butcher's Broom is a traditional use for hemorrhoids relief and varicose veins. It is often used when there is underlying poor circulation in the veins.
Butcher's broom extract contains anti-inflammatory and vein-constricting properties that are believed to improve the tone and integrity of veins and shrink the swollen tissue.
Butcher's broom comes as a capsule or tea. The tea can be made by steeping one teaspoon of the herb in a cup of hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. Butchers broom has also been shown to be effective when applied topically as an ointment or compress.
Butcher's broom should not be consumed internally by people with high blood pressure, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), by pregnant or nursing women, or by people taking alpha blocker or MAO inhibitor drugs unless otherwise recommended by their doctor.
Of course, if you want to get rid of the hemorrhoid without waiting for your fiber to work, please read this section and the next page.
Bleeding Hemorrhoids Relief
Recently one of my girlfriends called me and told me she had 'a problem'. She was experiencing some bleeding from the rectum and was scared. She had reason to be but the good news is that it was only a bleeding hemorrhoid and she was in no kind of danger.
She told me that she wanted to go see her doctor and have it checked out. Since she was only experiencing light bleeding and had no other symptoms, she most likely wasn't in any immediate danger. No need to rush to the doctor and spend that money either. In most cases, the condition is temporary and can be alleviated quickly and easily. Of course, if bleeding hemorrhoids don't go away, get better soon, or get suddenly worse, then yes, its a good idea to seek immediate medical attention.
I had a great suggestion for her and I will tell you exactly what I told her to do to get hemorrhoids relief! My girlfriend tried my suggestion and a few short days later, all of her symptoms had disappeared. No doctor required!
Whatever you do, don’t buy the 'ointment'! It’s just too messy unless you 'insert it' into you. The wipes really don't work either, so don't waste your money on them. Sure they might give you temporary hemorrhoids relief but they only work a short time, if at all.
If you want to try the wipes for your hemorrhoids relief, a less expensive suggestion would be to just buy a bottle of witch hazel and apply it with some generic baby wipes. Witch hazel is the main ingredient in the wipes. However, there is a better way to get hemorrhoids relief that does work and works quickly! Go on to the next page