Hemorroids: It is important not to make hemorrhoids worse. Cleaning off after a bowel movement should be gentle. Pre-moistened towlettes can be used to dab the anus. Don’t wipe/rub. Pat the anus dry after cleaning. Avoid using harsh soaps that contain dyes or aromas. Cotton underwear is helpful as it absorbs moisture well. Sitz bathes can be helpful. Sit in a bathtub with warm water. There needs to >
Answered 7/12/2014
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Call your doctor: You should avoid constipation, hot spicy food, food base with tomatoes. High fiber diet with plenty of water. Warm sits bath 3 times a day for 10 days. Apply hemorrhoid cream after each bath. If the symptoms do not improve or get worse you should contact your family doctor.
Answered 11/28/2014
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Diet and exercise: Eating a balanced diet, rich in fiber, is one of the most effective lifestyle changes you can make for your hemorrhoids. A high-fiber diet, together with plenty of fluids, softens the stool and increases its bulk, which will help you avoid the straining that can cause hemorrhoids or worsen symptoms from existing hemorrhoids. Along with a healthy diet, exercise can help ease bowel movements.
Answered 6/29/2014
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