Useful health tips for Hemorrhoids
Painful, itchy, bleeding piles can be very distressing and embarrassing for many people, and can appear without warning or cause immediate discomfort. Hemorrhoids come in two varieties – internal varieties develop within the rectum while external varieties occur on the anus itself; passing stool over them causes both internal and external hemorrhoids to bleed painfully when passing by them causing both discomfort and bleeding; though rarely dangerous they can still be painful recurrent bothers.
But simple self-help measures may ease the discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and promote healing. If the pain becomes unbearable, however, medical intervention should be sought immediately; otherwise try these tips to find relief from initial stages. In this article we are going to discuss about the Useful health tips for Hemorrhoids.
Eat more fibre-rich foods
It is crucial that we incorporate more fiber-rich foods into our diet; specifically those which support hemorrhoids. Fiber can help relieve constipation and straining, both major risk factors for hemorrhoids development.
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Avoid Strain
Only visit the toilet when it’s necessary, rather than reading newspapers while sitting on it and waiting anxiously for a stool to arrive.
Do not wait
As soon as you feel an urge, go immediately to the bathroom; delaying may worsen constipation and lead to hemorrhoids becoming even worse.
Hydrotherapy
Sitz bath can provide significant symptomatic relief from itchy, inflamed and painful piles. A sitz bath involves immersing yourself for 10-15 minutes twice or three times daily in slightly warm water with salt for two to three sessions each day for around 10-15 minutes in a tub with slightly warm water with salt for at least 10-15 minutes, two or three times each day; the warm water helps alleviate congestion by improving anal circulation while attenuating inflammation.
Ice Pack/Cold Compress
Ice is one of the best treatments of Piles for inflammation and swelling. If an ice pack is unavailable, simply crush some ice cubes into small pieces and wrap it in plastic sheet or bag before covering with wash cloth and applying to anal opening for approximately 10 minutes laying back comfortably on back.
Try eating foods high in flavonoids
Flavonoid rich foods such as blackberries, blueberries, cherries and citrus fruits contain flavonoids which strengthen vein structures to increase circulation around the anus and decrease persistent symptoms of piles by approximately 58% with significantly decreased risk for bleeding, persistent pain, itching and recurrence. A meta-analysis revealed this.
Stay hydrated
Beyond providing digestive relief from food digested by fiber, water is also an integral component in maintaining stool consistency and avoiding constipation and dehydration. When we drink less water than necessary, our intestinal walls absorb it from your stools making them hard. Hard stools lead to constipation and straining that often lead to piles. Therefore, drinking lots of water will ensure proper stool consistency as well as avoid dehydration and constipation.
Apply petroleum jelly
People suffering from hemorrhoids/piles often strain during bowel movements. By applying lubricating agents like petroleum jelly just before passing stool, strain can be significantly reduced and prevented altogether.
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Care During Pregnancy
Expectant mothers must exercise caution when using natural remedies for treating piles, such as laxative medication or cream. Prior to beginning any regimen, consult your healthcare provider first, avoid spicy foods and engage in mild exercise on a regular basis; additionally avoid sitting or standing for long periods.
Try elevation
Elevating your feet using a step stool while sitting on the toilet may change your rectum’s position and enable for easier passage of stools.
Doing Yoga Ashvini Mudra
Ashwini Mudra is an age old physical medicine for piles that has long been used as a means of permanent relief by increasing blood circulation and strengthening anal pads. Simply stated, Ashvini Mudra involves contracting your anus for 5-10 seconds then repeat this 10 times; taking just a minute per repetition! Do it as often as you can–at least 6-10 times daily while sitting in your office chair, on public transport, watching television or cooking food or walking along roadsides without anyone knowing. No one will know.
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Dr. Azhar Alam
MBBS (Honours), MRCS A (UK),
DNB General Surgery
FIAGES (Gastro Intestinal Surgery)
FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery),
MNAMS (New Delhi)
Consultant Gastrointestinal, Advanced Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon
Assistant Professor of Surgery, KPC Medical College and Hospital
