What can you do if you have piles?

Hemorrhoids: The three s's approach (the way students learn in med school): 1. The anus must be kept clean and soft. This is known as soaking. Sitting in a sitz bath or using wet wipes to lessen irritation. 2. Soften the stool: one must not 'bear' down to get stool out. This would increase the blood clot size and thus the hemorrhoid and three: steroid creams to shrink the hemorrhoid.

Yes: Hemorrhoids (piles) are normal veins in the anal canal. They can become inflamed or enlarged with constipation or prolonged and repeated straining to have a bowel movement. Treated at home by avoiding constipation, drink plenty of liquids, eat more fiber (fruits, vegetables, metamucil), avoid junk foods. See a surgeon if symptoms persist.

Hemorrhoid care: 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 >.