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Hemorhoid Treatment
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Treatment for Hemorrhoids : Preparation H ointment, apply after bowel movement and at night Anusol HC suppositories, insert one in the rectum after bowel movement and one at night Sitz Bath: Buy this at a pharmacy or surgical supply store. Fill it with warm water ( not to burn yourself ), lift up the toilet seat, place this Sitz Bath on the toilet bowl and sit in it for 5 minutes at a time, 2 or 3 times a day. After each bowel movement, during the daytime if possible and before going to bed at night. High fibre diet : fresh fruits and raw vegetables, plenty of salads, whole wheat bread and plenty of water. Metamucil, Citrucel and Konsyl powders to add more fibre. Avoid spicy foods and citric foods and drinks ( like tomato sauces, orange juice, grapefruit juice ) Stool softners eg Colace tablets which are available over the counter. Take 2 tab every night, if stool is hard. 6. Do not strain at bowel movements Keep your self clean and dry. Wash your anal area with warm water few times a day if possible. If you have internal hemorrhoids, after the above treatment infra red coagulation can be considered for a more permanent cure. For external hemorrhoids, surgery may be the best option Colonoscopy may be needed to resolve any questions about diagnosis etc. Antibiotics may be given if there is any suspicion of infection :
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