Home Remedies for Hemorrhoids (Piles)

Hemorrhoids is just another name for piles. As uncomfortable it may be to talk about it, most people at some point in their lives get affected by hemorrhoids.

First thing to know is that piles are in other words, veins in the anus and rectum that become swollen. This can happen due to a number of factors among them, constipation, low-fiber diet, lack of physical activity, pregnancy, etc.

If you are among the 75 per cent of people affected by hemorrhoids, you have one of two types, internal or external. The good news is, you can get rid of the annoying and painful hemorrhoids.

Did you know the best treatments are often things you can do at home? Find below useful tips to help you avoid constipation and stop hemorrhoids.

#1 Coconut Oil

Coconut oil known for its emollient and deep tissue absorption properties, is used mainly for external hemorrhoid treatment.

Apply coconut oil directly to hemorrhoids, rinse and repeat. In addition to symptoms subsiding, the hemorrhoids should disappear over the course of just a few days.

#2 Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera has anti-inflammatory properties that are known to be effective at treating inflammatory skin conditions. Follow the instructions:

-Simply apply aloe vera to the affected area to relieve symptoms.

#3 Witch Hazel

An astringent and healing tree, witch hazel is one of the oldest known natural remedies for hemorrhoids. Witch hazel can reduce both itching and pain, two main symptoms of hemorrhoids. It’s a natural anti-inflammatory, so it could also reduce swelling. Follow the instructions:

-Just soak a pad or cotton ball with witch hazel and apply it to the area.

#4 Apple Cider Vinegar

Using apple cider vinegar is one of the most popular natural treatments for hemorrhoids. Simply soak a cotton ball or some toilet paper with ACV and apply it to the hemorrhoid area. Repeat this process until the inflammation disappears and symptoms resolve. You should see improvement instantly.

#5 Warm Bath + Epsom Salt

Soak in a bathtub filled with a few inches of warm water for about 15 minutes at a time. Do it two or three times a day and after every bowel movement. If you want to wash the area, too, use unscented soap and don’t scrub. Adding Epsom salts to the bath can provide further relief by reducing pain.

#6 Lemon Juice

Lemon juice contains various nutrients that can give you relief from hemorrhoids by strengthening the capillaries and blood vessel walls. Follow the instructions:

-Squeeze fresh lemon juice and saturate a cotton ball

-Apply it on the hemorrhoid. Initially there will be some mild tingling or a burning sensation, but relief from the pain will soon follow.

#7 Ice

Ice is commonly use in constricting the blood vessels, reducing swelling and giving you immediate pain relief. Follow the instructions below:

– Apply an icepack directly on the affected area.

-Keep it there for about ten minutes.

-Repeat until hemorrhoids goes away.