You may have hemorrhoids if you notice bright red blood on your stools, blood in the toilet seat, or on the toilet paper you used. If you are experiencing some bleeding with bowel movement, consult your doctor as soon as possible because a hemorrhoid may have formed. It may also be a sign of other medical conditions such as tumors, infection, and inflammatory bowel disease. Your doctor can determine the exact cause of the bleeding. If the bleeding is caused by a hemorrhoid, you can try out some of these hemorrhoid treatments that you can do at home.
Dietary Changes
Changing your diet is a good way to prevent and speed up the healing of hemorrhoids. Eat more fiber-rich foods and increase your fluid intake to prevent constipation. Constipation is one of the common causes of hemorrhoid formation. By preventing constipation, you lessen the pressure on your anus and rectum during a bowel movement. Changing your diet to a high fiber diet also minimizes the swelling, bleeding, and discomfort caused by a hemorrhoid and speeds up healing. Fiber also bulks up your stools, preventing the infection and inflammation caused by liquid stools.
Warm Baths
A warm bath can reduce the inflammation and discomfort caused by a hemorrhoid. Sit in warm water 3 times per day for about 15 to 20 minutes. After your warm bath, make sure that you completely dry off your anal area to avoid irritating the skin that surrounds your anus.
Stool Softeners
Using stool softeners can help make your stools softer and makes it easier for them to pass through your anus, lessening the pressure on the anus and rectum during a bowel movement. However, using stool softeners can cause your stools to become liquid, causing inflammation and infection to your anus. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before deciding to use a stool softener.
Other Tips
If you are suffering from hemorrhoids, do not sit for a long period of time to avoid adding pressure to your hemorrhoid. You can buy a rubber or air donut at your local pharmacy and sit on it to prevent adding pressure to your hemorrhoid. Exercising relieves constipation and decreases the pressure on your hemorrhoidal veins. There are also some over-the-counter creams and ointments that help relieve the pain and inflammation caused by a hemorrhoid. However, these creams and ointments will not cure your hemorrhoid. Consult your doctor to get proper treatment for your hemorrhoid as soon as possible.
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