Is it necessary to treat hemorrhoids? You may know that hemorrhoids are self-limited disease with spontaneous recovery is the rule, but does this mean that you can leave hemorrhoids to heal by itself without any work from you?
If you suffer from hemorrhoids,
then you probably have read that most cases of hemorrhoids will heal by itself without any treatment. So, do you really have to treat your hemorrhoids? Or should you ignore them because they are not serious and will not be complicated if left untreated?
Hemorrhoids are not serious, not precancerous, and not an emergency, yes.
Yes, hemorrhoids are not a serious disease with no life threatening complications. However, the symptoms associated with them lead to great embarrassment and prevent you from living a normal life.
Yes, hemorrhoids are not an emergency. However, time is an important factor in treating hemorrhoids, as early in the course of the disease, the pathological process is easily reversible. The latter you start treatment, the more difficult to cure hemorrhoids completely and permanently.
So, the answer for the above question is simply "yes". You should start treatment as early as possible.
Hemorrhoids treatment is easy and can be achieved using simple easy instructions at home.
These instructions are actually easy to follow and not only help to treat and prevent hemorrhoids, but also improve the bowel health in general, cure constipation and improve the general body health.
Eat foods rich in fiber. Fiber increases the bulk of stools and prevents constipation and therefore minimizes straining during bowel movements. Fiber is present in fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grain products. You should note that fiber is present only in foods of plant origin, while meat and dairy products contain no fiber.
Drink enough amounts of water to prevent dehydration which leads to constipation and more straining.
Avoid holding stools, go to the bathroom as soon as you feel the need to pass stools.
Recent studies suggest a relationship between the modern design of sitting toilet and increased incidence of hemorrhoids in developed countries. This is explained by the fact that sitting toilet is not physiological with the process of defecation. On the other hand, squat toilet has the advantage of being more physiological and leads to emptying of the rectum with minimal straining. Now, there are special types of chairs that can be used with the sitting toilet to provide a position similar to squatting. Also, you can use the setting toilet but modify your position by flexing your thighs upon your abdomen and flexing your elbows around your knees.
For a temporary control of acute hemorrhoids symptoms such as pain, itching, or discomfort, try the following local physical measures.
The area of hemorrhoids should be washed with cold water and soap. After wash, the area should be dried thoroughly.
Cold compresses alternating with sitz baths help to reduce pain associated with hemorrhoids.
Sitz baths: “Sitz” is a German word meaning "sit". The area of hemorrhoids is immersed in a constant stream of warm water for about 10 minutes. Warm water causes relaxation of the anal vessels and relief of pain.
