Hemorroids Treatment Frequently Asked Questions

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Now that you have had some of your questions addressed regarding causes and symptoms, you may be wondering about treatments. This articles answers all the concerns related to this topic, including offering a number of alternative, non-surgical and natural options.

What hemorroids treatment options are available for reducing symptoms like pain?

• Cream or suppositories, which are bullet-shaped tablets that are inserted into the anus.
• Short warm baths with salts or Jacuzzi tub soaks taken three or four times a day. This is especially helpful for hemorrhoids that prolapse because the salt helps to draw water out of the painful area, thereby reducing pressure.
• Use of moist cotton pads or wipes to clean your anus after each bowel movement.
• Cold compresses or ice placed around the anal region. Ice helps relieve swelling.
• Acetaminophen (Tylenol®), ibuprofen (Motrin®), or aspirin.

Are there non-surgical, natural hemorroids treatment options available?

What are the surgical treatment options for hemorrhoids?

Banding hemorrhoids (rubber band ligation). This is a common, simple procedure that can be done at the doctor’s office and has good success rate. The doctor uses a device that places one or two tiny rubber bands around the base of an internal hemorrhoid to cut off its blood circulation. After that, the hemorrhoid falls off in about four to five days. Only one or two hemorrhoids at a time should be banded, so return treatments will be necessary if you have numerous hemorrhoids.

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