Most common questions used to investigate
Have you tried topical ointments?
Do you understand what piles are and why they are painful?
Do you have warm baths?
Do you have large piles?
Do you know how to avoid piles?
Do you have fiber-rich food?
Common conclusions
Topical ointments are a great way to soothe the piles. Most of them contain hydrocortisone that moisturizes the piles, so the wound heals faster. They also tend to reduce the swelling and make the wound heal faster. That said, medical practitioners advise not to use this ointment for more than a week at a time. Alternatively, you can use pads with a numbing agent that will give temporary numbness so you don't feel the pain while passing your stools.
Hemorrhoids or piles are swollen veins in your anus area that can develop internally or externally. Since they take up some extra space because of the swelling, passing stools can be painful and sometimes, it can even lead to bleeding. The good news though is that it is fairly common and according to Pubmed Central, more than 75% of Americans suffer from it. Also, they typically go away in a few weeks, though home remedies can hasten this healing.
Your piles can get swollen and irritated, especially after a bowel movement. This pain can go away with a warm bath. In fact, Harvard Health suggests that having a warm bath for 20 minutes can loosen your stools and relieve the pain and discomfort you may feel. You can also consider a sitz bath, which is a small tub that sits over a toilet seat.
Large-sized piles can make bowel movement a traumatic experience because of the high levels of pain. If it becomes too unbearable, put an ice pack in your anus area as this can bring down the swelling greatly and can give you a lot of relief from the pain. Always ensure that you wrap the ice pack inside a piece of cloth or towel and never apply it directly on your skin.
The best way to avoid piles is to live a healthy lifestyle. Eat clean and ensure that you have a nutritious and balanced diet. Engage in a lot of physical activity as this greatly reduces the chances for your veins to become swollen. Also, never hold your stools and use the bathroom as soon as you feel the urge for the first time.
Consider altering your diet to include a ton of fiber-rich foods, especially, fruits and vegetables as this will soften the stools and make it less hard on your swollen veins. When the stools are soft and there is no constipation, you can easily pass them and your body will naturally heal the piles without much help from you.
You should see drastic results soon. If you're not able to add fruits and vegetables on any day, make up for it with over-the-counter fiber supplements. Stool softeners can help as well.
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