Archive for the ‘Hemorrhoids’ Category

The most common and best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to have soft stools so that they can pass without straining and pressure. Your bowels should be evacuated regularly and often, whenever you feel the urge. Do your best to get plenty of water, fiber and exercise to help with this process. This article offers additional information that will help to prevent and treat hemorrhoids.

In order to make stool softer, consume foods that have lots of fiber and be sure to drink plenty of water. Softening your stool is important because it will cause less strain when you are having a bowel movement, which will relieve some of the pain that is associated with hemorrhoids. Fruits such as grapes, papayas, and watermelon, are useful for softening and then moving your stool. There are some fiber-rich vegetables, such as okra and cabbage, that can help too. In addition, drink read more...

You can treat your hemorrhoids at home. Use sitz baths and witch hazel, as well as other cheap remedies. If you feel a little too sensitive, then you can get baby wipes and use them for those areas. The article presents some tips in both avoiding hemorrhoids and preventing them from flaring up in the future.

Witch hazel is an excellent way to treat the discomfort that goes along with hemorrhoids. This astringent will help shrink the hemorrhoids and bring relief. Witch hazel can either be applied via inclusion in a sitz bath, or by direct application using a cotton ball for a few minutes.

Olive oil is a cheap home treatment for hemorrhoids. The oil, whether you think so or not, is known to help reduce itching and swelling of your hemorrhoids. However, it should only be used externally. Never use it on internal hemorrhoids.

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