How to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids, Piles - Causes , Symptoms and Remedies

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Hemorrhoids also known as piles that affect many people in the United States at some point in their lives.

Generally it occurs in the age of 45 to 65. This common problem occurs when veins in the anus and rectum becomes swollen and inflamed.

There are several factors contribute to piles like  family history, constipation, a lower fiber diet, heavy lifting, obesity, food allergies, lack of physical activity, pregnancy and prolonged sitting and standing.

Hemorrhoids are mainly divided into two types that are internal and external.

Internal hemorrhoids develop inside the rectum and an external hemorrhoid occurs just below the skin around the anus.

Common symptoms of piles are blood clots or lumps around the anus, bleeding during bowel movement, irritation near the anal, urge to have bowel movement even then there is no stool.

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Some home remedies for hemorrhoids

Ice:  The first home treatment that is highly recommended and available is ice. Ice will help constrict the blood vessels, reduce swelling and give immediate pain relief.

Direction - Apply an ice pack or partially melted piece of ice wrapped in a cloth directly on the affected area for about 10 minutes. Do this several times a day until the hemorrhoids goes away.

Lemon Juice:  Lemon juice has several nutrients that can provide relief from hemorrhoids by strengthening the capillaries and blood vessel walls.

Direction- Saturate the cotton ball with freshly squeezed lemon juice and apply it on the hemorrhoid. When you use this remedy for first time it may give some milder tingling or burning sensation, but will also provide relief from pain soon.

Almond Oil:  Almond oil has emollient and deep tissue absorption properties, almond oil is mainly used for external hemorrhoid treatment.

Direction- Take a cotton ball and dip in pure almond oil and apply it on affected area, it helps to moisturizers and ease inflammation. It will relieve the burning and itching sensation around the anus. Repeat this several times a day.

Apple Cider Vinegar:  Due to estrogen properties of ACD, it helps shrink swollen blood vessels and gives relief from swelling and irritation for both internal and external hemorrhoids. For fast result it is advised to use unfiltered and unpasteurized vinegar.

Directions- For external hemorrhoids take a cotton ball and soak in apple cider vinegar gently press a cotton ball against the inflamed area, initially there will be a stinging sensation but soon there will be relief from the itching and irritation. Do this several times a day until the swelling decreases.

Direction- For internal hemorrhoids take a glass of water add 1 tea spoon of apple cider vinegar and stir it well. Drink it at least twice a day, honey can be added to make it taste better.

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