Hemorrhoids are a vascular cushion located in the anus and normally have a sealing effect. An increase in the size of this vascular cushion can lead to the protrusion of individual bulges of the mucous membrane. Hemorrhoidal disease is not always associated with pain and is therefore often only noticed by touch. An analthrombosis refers to a blood clot in the veins, which usually causes severe pain. The anal fissure, on the other hand, is the tearing of the mucous membrane in the area of the anus or anal canal and is often accompanied by fresh blood in the stool.
These household remedies/tips should be followed
There are various home remedies and tips against hemorrhoids that should be followed:
- Correct nutrition
- Do not press while going to the toilet
- Hygiene
- Ointments
- Sitting baths
- Compresses
Application For the correct nutrition, for example, sufficient dietary fiber should be ensured. For this purpose it is recommended to eat nuts, fruits and vegetables and to reduce the consumption of meat. Effect A more even and healthier diet results in a reduced irritation of the mucous membrane in the intestine.
In addition, the stool is more even, which means less pressure has to be applied during bowel movement. What must be considered? In addition, various foods should be avoided, such as excessive consumption of pasta or too much sweets, as these can delay the digestive process.
For which diseases does the household remedy also help? A proper diet is very important for many other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. During bowel movements, care should always be taken not to press too hard to promote bowel movement.
Effect The correct behavior during bowel movements is an essential element that influences hemorrhoids. If pressing during bowel movement is avoided, less pressure is exerted on the mucous membrane, which means that the hemorrhoids are not so irritated. What do you need to consider?
To avoid unnecessary pressing during bowel movement, you should pay attention to a healthy diet so that the stool becomes more even and softer. For which diseases does the household remedy also help? Not pressing when going to the toilet is also important for existing anal thromboses and anal fissures.
Application For proper hygiene, the anus should be cleaned sufficiently after bowel movement. Washcloths with lukewarm water can also be used for cleaning. Effect Proper hygiene of the anal region is important to prevent inflammation caused by existing fecal residues.
What must be observed? The toilet paper should not be too hard to prevent unnecessary irritation of the mucous membrane. For which diseases does the household remedy also help?
Proper hygiene is also important in the case of an existing anal fissure or anal thrombosis. Application An ointment against hemorrhoids should be applied to the hemorrhoids several times a day, if necessary, according to the package insert. Before application, the mucous membrane should be cleaned.
Effect The effect of the ointments depends on the ingredients. Hamamelis or Aesculus, for example, are popular active ingredients. By applying directly, the plants can act directly locally.
What do you have to consider? When applying the ointment, care should be taken not to exert too much pressure on the mucous membrane, as this can worsen existing hemorrhoids. For which diseases does the household remedy also help?
Ointments can also be used for an anal thrombosis. Application For a sitz bath it is recommended to choose a lukewarm temperature. Depending on the ingredients used, the sitz bath can be used up to three times a day.
Effect The effect of a sitz bath depends mainly on the infusion used. Most medicinal herbs have an inhibiting effect on local inflammation and reduce pain. What must be considered?
The temperature of the water should not exceed 36°C, otherwise excessive blood circulation is encouraged. For which diseases does the household remedy also help? Sitting baths can also be helpful for other diseases in the area of the anus (anal fissure, anal thrombosis).
Application A compress can be made with curd cheese, for example, and act locally overnight. Camomile tea or arnica can also be used for a compress. Effect The compress provides local pain relief and has a soothing effect on the irritated mucous membrane.
What must be observed? When applying the compress, the frequency of application should be adjusted depending on the ingredients. For which diseases does the household remedy also help?Compresses can also be used for bruises, for example.
