Best Tips for Hemorrhoid Sufferers

 

The Best Tips for Hemorrhoid Sufferers: What to Wear, How To Sleep, and Other Practical Tips

Your hemorrhoids can cause severe discomfort, from chronic itching to excruciatingly painful pain.

Our experienced Piles doctor, Dr. Azhar Alam has 17+ years experience helping patients with hemorrhoids to get relief. We are happy to share some of the best home remedies to manage hemorrhoids.

Comfortable during the day

Although hemorrhoid symptoms can vary depending on where they are located and what type they are, simple tasks like sitting at your desk at the office can cause severe discomfort. We recommend either oral pain relievers, or topical treatments like an over-the counter hemorrhoid cream and witch hazel to provide immediate pain relief. To ease your pain, we may recommend a numbing lotion.

Wear cotton underwear that is clean and comfortable. You can also wear loose-fitting clothing to keep it dry. Itching and irritation can result from moisture. To ease pressure on your back, you might consider a donut cushion if you find it difficult to sit in an office chair.

To relieve pain, muscle spasms and itching at home, take a warm sitz-bath for 10-15 minutes. To make it easier, you can buy a sitz tub from your local pharmacy. It fits over your toilet.

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Restful sleep without hemorrhoid pain

Your preferred sleeping position can affect your ability to sleep well. To reduce hemorrhoid pain, we recommend that you sleep on your stomach. Also, place a pillow under the hips to keep from rolling onto your back.

You can also take a full-body sitzbath right before you go to bed to ease your discomfort and relax, making it easier to fall asleep. You may also find it helpful to read or listen to soothing music to distract from your hemorrhoids and discomfort. This may make it easier to fall asleep faster.

Home remedies to ease the pain

Hemorrhoids can be caused by constipation, excessive sitting, straining, and too much time on the toilet. We recommend that you address your underlying problem, which can lead to hemorrhoids.

We recommend that you eat more fiber to improve your bowel movements. You should add it slowly to avoid constipation.

These are good food sources of fiber:

Whole grains like oats and whole-wheat bread as well as popcorn and barley are all good options.

Raspberries, strawberries and pears.

Broccoli, leafy greens and Brussels sprouts

Lentils and beans

Regular exercise can stimulate bowel movement and reduce strain that can lead to hemorrhoids. On most days, aim for between 20-30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise such as brisk walking or a run.

You should drink plenty of water when adding fiber to your diet and exercising to keep your stool soft and easy to pass.

We can offer treatments for hemorrhoids, pain relief, and infrared coagulation (IRC), if you are still experiencing symptoms despite your home efforts.