Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins that can be inside or protruding out of the anus. These veins are usually swollen and can cause pain, itchiness and bleeding (usually during a bowel movement). Hemorrhoids can be caused from many things including constipation, heavy lifting, sitting for long periods of time, pregnancy and labor. When a hemorrhoid develops, usually pain during a bowel movement or constant discomfort around the rectum will show as symptoms. These symptoms should not go without treatment, as a small hemorrhoid can become a massive rectal bleed and need to be seen by a physician.

When you are looking for how to get rid of hemorrhoids, you can consult a doctor or look for over the counter medications. If there is severe pain and lots of rectal bleeding, then a doctor may need to be consulted immediately. Hemorrhoid treatment should be done 1-4 times daily for 7 – 14 days, according the directions on the medication box.

When you need to learn how to get rid of external hemorrhoids, make sure that you read the labels on all the medication labels to ensure that the vein tissue will shrink and the discomfort will subside. External hemorrhoids are the veins that are protruding out of the anus, and usually hurt the most during bowel movements and cleaning the area. Preparation H is an over the counter medication that is commonly used for to treat hemorrhoids. There are many different types of this medication, from a cooling gel to a greasy cream. Applications are best done after a bowel movement, up to 4 times a day. Make sure the areas you are applying medication to are clean and dry, and with a clean finger or applicator, gentle apply to the area. You make feel some discomfort at first, but allow time for the medication to calm the itching and pain. During the cleaning process, there are medicated wipes that can be found in general stores. Tux is a brand of medicated wipes that will help with the cleaning process and soothe the pain that can occur while wiping.

When you are looking for instructions on how to get rid of internal hemorrhoids make sure to look for medication that can be applied into the anus. When the veins are inside the anus and inflamed, then they have more of a chance of causing bleeding during a bowel movement. These types of hemorrhoids may also cause blood vessels to burst during any exertion, (in this case you will have blood in the toilet). Most internal medications will have a tube of medication and an applicator that will screw onto the tube. Make sure the tube is lubricated with the medication before inserting it into the affected area. If the pain is too extreme to handle when inserting the applicator, stop and consult with a doctor. Extreme pain may mean multiple hemorrhoids or a large hemorrhoid that needs a doctor’s care. Internal and external hemorrhoids can occur at the same time, which is the time when medication can be applied within the rectum and outside of the anus.

During the 7 day course of medication for hemorrhoids, adding fiber into the weekly diet may also help with preventing future issues. If hemorrhoids become a continuous issue, consult a doctor about other ways to treat and prevent these issues.

Posted on: May 24th, 2010 by Jeremy Waller

Filed under: Internal Health

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