How To Treat Hemorrhoids At Home Fast Without A Doctor

Posted by Michael Griffin on February 18th, 2020

Piles can be painful, uncomfortable and itchy but you may not need a doctor to treat it. You may need a doctor if they take a long time to heal, bleed, protrude out of the anus or if the symptoms worsen. But in most cases, the swelling is small then it will go away in a few weeks. You can boost the healing process by using OTC cream, wipes, etc. You also need to take care of your diet and toilet habits to make sure that the hemorrhoids don’t spread further or worsen. Here’s how to treat hemorrhoids at home fast.

How To Treat Hemorrhoids At Home Fast

Apply Hemorrhoid Wipes

Dry toilet paper can irritate the swollen veins and worsen the problem. So, use hemorrhoidal wipes instead after using the washroom to avoid this. Wipes contain anti-inflammatory ingredients like aloe vera that soothes the pain and reduce the swelling. You can use them outside the washroom if the pain flares. You can also use fragrance-free baby hand wipes if you have some.

Apply OTC Hemorrhoid Cream

An over the counter hemorrhoid cream contains ingredients like aloe vera and chamomile that soothe the pain and reduce the swelling. Apply it on the affected area twice or thrice a day for a week. Use the toilet before applying the cream so that it takes effect before you have to use the washroom again.

Take Warm Baths

A warm bath can soothe the pain and reduce the inflammation to some extent. You can do it thrice a day or after you use the washroom for a week. You can either use the bathtub or the sitz tub. You can also add Epsom salt but do not use scented soap to clean yourself.

Use Cold Compress

A cold compress soothes the pain and reduces the inflammation to some extent. Apply it to the swelling with a cloth wrapped around it. You need to apply it several times a day for comfort.

Eat Fiber-Rich Food & Yogurt

Fiber helps the food you swallow move through your digestive tract with ease and softens the stool making it easier to pass. So, you should eat fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, etc. You should also eat yogurt or kefir. They contain probiotics (good bacteria) that improve your gut health. Avoid food items that upset your stomach like fast food, red meat, etc.

Drink Water

Water breaks the food down and softens the stool thus preventing constipation. You should drink water whenever you feel thirsty. You can also drink fresh juice and soup.

Go To The Washroom When Needed

Waiting to use the washroom pushes the stool back and causes it to dry and harden. It takes more force to push hard and dry stool then wet stool, which may strain the swollen veins. So, use the washroom when you feel the urge to. You may need to reapply the over the counter hemorrhoid cream if it hasn’t taken effect yet.

Get Up From Toilet Seat Before 15 Minutes

Sitting on the toilet for more than fifteen minutes strains the mucus lining the rectal region and causes the veins to swell. You should get up after ten minutes to avoid straining your piles. Do not use your smartphone or book in the toilet so that you can keep track of how much time you spend inside.

Lean In Washroom

The toilet seat is one place where you shouldn’t sit straight. Lean forward and raise your knees to make it easier for the stool to pass. You can place your feet on a stool to raise your knees.

Be Active

Staying active strengthens your gut muscles and makes it easier for the food to move. You should walk, swim, stretch, jog, etc. regularly if possible. If you have a desk job, get up and stretch every hour.

Rest

If you can’t stay active due to pregnancy, joint problems, etc. then you should rest instead. Lie down instead of sitting. If you have to sit, use a soft cushion. Some cushions come with a cold compress inserted for comfort.

These are some ways on how to treat hemorrhoids at home fast without the help of a doctor.