Hemorrhoids (piles) can be triggered by pregnancy and constipation, but can be relieved with home remedies and exercise. Hemorrhoids – which are swollen and inflamed veins in the anus and lower rectum – are quite common occurrences, and by the age of 50, nearly half of adults have experienced them at least once. The good news is, hemorrhoids can be easily treated and although they can cause discomfort they are not life-threatening.

Hemorrhoid treatment, home remedies, and prevention

Hemorrhoids are often easily treated with prescription or over-the-counter topical creams, pads, and suppositories to help relief symptoms and speed up recovery.  Your doctor may perform a minor procedure of a small incision if a clot has formed. Lastly, surgery may be required if simpler procedures were not effective.

At home, you can apply topical creams yourself, bathe the area, apply ice packs and cold compresses, take a sitz bath sold at many pharmacies, use moist towelettes, and take painkillers.

Prevention methods of hemorrhoids include increasing your fiber intake to avoid constipation, drinking plenty of fluids, exercising, keeping a healthy weight, and not rushing bowel movements and avoiding straining.

Relief from hemorrhoids through exercises