Knowing how to get rid of hemorrhoids during pregnancy using only natural remedies is very useful as any pregnant woman would tell you. Many women feel uncomfortable using prescribed medication and turn to nature for safe and effective treatments.
Hemorrhoids,
also known as piles, is an extremely common complaint suffered by many, so it is little wonder that so many pregnant women, who are extremely susceptible to them, ask how to get rid of hemorrhoids during pregnancy. Many women prefer not to use medication bought over the counter or prescribed to them by their doctor when pregnant and instead prefer to use natural hemorrhoids treatments and methods that can be easily used at home.
Here are some of the most commonly used treatments that are beneficial when treating piles whilst being pregnant, or otherwise.
One of the main causes of pain when suffering with hemorrhoids is swelling and ice has been use for centuries by those trying to relieve this particular symptom. Simply hold some ice against the pile and it will have the combined affect of numbing the pain and of shrinking the hemorrhoids.
After using ice on the hemorrhoids, there are a number of natural products that should be applied to the affected area; apple cider, clear vinegar and witch hazel are all popular treatments for piles and they will all help relieve any itching or burning that you may be feeling. However, before applying any of these treatments you may be feeling a little cold from using the ice, if that's the case warm yourself by having a warm bath. Try adding a few drops of lavender or geranium oil to the bath it will help relax you further and more importantly, it will relax the anal area also.
As with any condition, drinking ample amounts of water is considered extremely beneficial. If you can handle it, you should try to drink at least a couple of litres of water a day, this will ensure your stools are always soft making them easier to pass.
As well as drinking more water there are a number of food items you should definitely work into your diet such as fruit, vegetable, grains and pulses, all of which are rich in fiber and therefore good for your digestive system helping you to go to the toilet regularly thus avoiding constipation. You can also take fibre supplements and natural herbal ingredients like horse-chestnut and butchers broom which can be easily picked up from your local herbalist, if you have difficulty eating certain things.
In short, make sure you consume plenty of fiber!
Needless to say, when pregnant it is unwise to lift anything heavy as doing so can put unneccessary stress on your body, not to mention the blood vessels within your bowel wall which will have been weakened already due to the natural changes in your body.
It is very important to keep the area around your anus clean and if you are already suffering with hemorrhoids this can be quite painful to do, so be gentle and avoid the temptation to scrub and once cleaned you can finish off with a generous application of mother nature's finest offering...aloe vera, which again can be easily purchased.
These natural treatments are just a few of the many available and should you feel unsure about using any of them it would be wise to consult your doctor to put your mind at ease.
