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Hemorrhoids - They're a Pain in the Butt!
What are hemorrhoids and what should I do to relieve the symptoms? Also called piles, they are caused by too much pressure on the anal veins, which can lead to either external or internal hemorrhoids. Internal hemorrhoids have no visible lump outside the anal area. While external hemorrhoids are easier to spot, they can also be the most painful. There are many people in the world who suffer from hemorrhoids and they mostly occur in people over fifty. There are many ways to deal with hemorrhoids, but one of the easiest methods is the sitz bath. A sitz bath can actually relieve some of the discomfort...
Hemorrhoids - They're a Pain in the Butt!
What are hemorrhoids and what should I do to relieve the symptoms? Also called piles, they are caused by too much pressure on the anal veins, which can lead to either external or internal hemorrhoids.
Internal hemorrhoids have no visible lump outside the anal area. While external hemorrhoids are easier to spot, they can also be the most painful. There are many people in the world who suffer from hemorrhoids and they mostly occur in people over fifty. There are many ways to deal with hemorrhoids, but one of the easiest methods is the sitz bath. A sitz bath can actually relive some of the discomfort and reduce swelling.
What is a sitz bath? It is a bath where you sit in warm water that covers your buttocks and hips. The idea is that sitting in warm water will help bring more blood to the anal area, which can promote healing and help with discomfort caused by hemorrhoids. It is a type of hydrotherapy or water therapy for hemorrhoids.
You can actually purchase a sitz bath, which is a plastic bath that fits over a toilet. However, using your bathtub is probably the easiest way to take a sitz bath. Fill your bath with warm water. You want it to be warm enough to be comfortable, but not too hot. Again, the water must cover your buttocks and hips, and it is recommended that you partially lie down rather than sitting in the bath to relieve pressure on the anal area.
You may also want to add some aromatic oils to the water to help you relax. Choose your favorite oil, but you can relax wonderfully with lavender, melissa or valerian oil. Another good choice is adding Epsom salt to the water, which is recommended by many practitioners. Epsom salt helps draw toxins from the body, reduce swelling, and relax muscles. Epsom salt is also known to reduce inflammation and pain. Epsom salt can be purchased at most drugstores.
You should stay in the bath for about twenty to thirty minutes several times a week to promote healing. When you come out of the bathroom, you should dry the area with a clean cotton towel. Make sure you don't rub but rather pat the area dry with the towel. If you prefer, you can also let the area air dry, which some practitioners recommend so you don't re-stress the area.
Inspired by Joni Harvey