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A hemorrhoid develops when the veins in the anal area are tight and swollen. Internal hemorrhoids are usually painless even with bleeding, but external hemorrhoids are often painful and itchy. Fortunately, there are many ways you can shrink your hemorrhoids now. See step 1 below to see how.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Lamination of hemorrhoids quickly

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   Apply witch hazel extract. This is a natural plant extract that has astringent properties, helps shrink hemorrhoids and relieves itching. Witch hazel bottles can be found in most pharmacies. You can also look for topical creams that contain witch hazel.
   • Wash and clean the anal area after having a bowel movement, then dip a cotton ball in witch hazel and apply it to the hemorrhoids.
   • When itching occurs in the hemorrhoids, you can apply witch hazel as needed.

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   Try over-the-counter hemorrhoid creams. These creams can help relieve pain. Hemorrhoid ointments like Preparation H contain phenylephrine, a vasoconstrictor that contracts the blood vessels in the anus. Strictly follow the instructions on the packaging to shrink the hemorrhoids.
   • The active ingredients in over-the-counter creams and ointments can damage the skin over time, so do not exceed the recommended time on the package.

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   Apply ice. Apply a small ice pack to the anal area for a few minutes. This method causes the veins to contract, thereby reducing pain and swelling. Apply ice for no more than 20 minutes at a time.

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   Take a bath. A sitz bath is a type of shower where you soak your butt and hip in warm water. Fill a large basin (which can fit a toilet) with enough warm water or sit in a regular bathtub with about 10 cm of warm water. Experts recommend soaking for 20 minutes after each bowel movement and 2-3 times a day. This can help relieve itching, reduce irritation, and reduce muscle contractions.
   • Note gently to dry the anal area after bathing and sitting. Do not rub or wipe vigorously, as this may cause bleeding and irritation.
   • Some people find that adding Epsom salt to the sitz bath adds a soothing effect. Add an amount of Epsom salt to the water according to the package directions and stir until completely dissolved.
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Method 2 of 3: Changing habits

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   Do not push when you have a bowel movement. Try to avoid straining while sitting on the toilet bowl. The straining movement during a bowel movement is the leading cause of hemorrhoids. Do not have a bowel movement if you are not upset, and do not sit in the toilet for more than 5 minutes.
   • Squeezing is also known as the Valsalva maneuver. During pushing, the peripheral venous pressure increases, causing the dilated veins to become more painful.
   • Try placing a cushion on the toilet bowl (available at drug stores). Sit on a cushion instead of a hard surface to help reduce the swelling and prevent new hemorrhoids from forming.

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   Prevention of constipation. Have a bowel movement every day or every two days to avoid constipation. Constipation makes it easier to squeeze, so it is very difficult to constrict the hemorrhoids. To prevent constipation, you need to drink plenty of water and increase fiber intake in the body to keep activities running regularly.
   • A diet high in fiber with adequate water intake will help soften stools and ease it out, thereby helping to relieve pain in hemorrhoids.
   • Foods high in fiber include broccoli, beans, wheat and oat bran, whole grains, and fresh fruit.
   • Fiber supplements are also helpful. According to Harvard Health, you can start off in small increments and gradually increase your fiber intake to 25-30 grams per day.
   • Take stool softeners such as magnesium at night so that you can have a bowel movement in the morning. Be careful to use a stool softener so that it doesn't interfere with your daily routine.

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   Try unproven natural remedies. Certain herbs and supplements are thought to help constrict hemorrhoids and prevent recurrence. There is currently no scientific evidence that proves these therapies work, but many people find it helpful to use these therapies:
   • Take triphala capsules that are available from health food stores. This medicine contains herbs that help promote gut health.
   • Use a horse chestnut and a broom pea. These herbs are commonly used in hemorrhoid creams. You can also drink it as a tea.
   • Use aloe vera. Eat a teaspoon of aloe after meals and rub the aloe vera onto hemorrhoids to cool it down.
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Method 3 of 3: Medical Methods

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   Seek medical attention in severe cases. If rectal pain is moderate for more than a week after home remedies have been started, call your doctor. You should also see your doctor if the pain is severe or if the bulges are large outside your anus and persists after 3 to 7 days of home treatment.
   • Use a mirror to check external hemorrhoids. If the hemorrhoids are larger than a coin, seek medical attention promptly. Also see your doctor if the hemorrhoids are too large to interfere with bowel movements.
   • In the elderly, hemorrhoids are often worse and less respond to home remedies. If you age, it is best to see a doctor for treatment.

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   Talk to your doctor about non-surgical treatment options. Non-atrophic hemorrhoids after home remedies can be treated with a variety of methods. Talk to your doctor about the following options to decide which is best for your situation:
   • Tie with rubber strap. The rubber band will be tied around the hemorrhoids to cut off the blood supply, gradually losing the hemorrhoids.
   • Intravenous fibrosis therapy. This is the most common treatment for hemorrhoids. A liquid is injected into the hemorrhoids and causes the hemorrhoids to contract.
   • Phototherapy with infrared rays. A probe will be used to project hemorrhoids that have not responded to other treatments.

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   Consider using a hemorrhoidectomy. This is a procedure that removes the hemorrhoids and surrounding blood vessels that can cause the hemorrhoids to return. Recovery from surgery normally takes only a few days. advertisement

Warning

• See a doctor in the following cases.
  • External hemorrhoids.
  • Bleeding a lot.
  • Family history of colon cancer.
  • Change your bowel habits.