Witch hazel. Witch hazel can reduce both itching and pain , two main symptoms of hemorrhoids. Witch hazel can be purchased in liquid form and applied directly to the hemorrhoids. It can also be found in products like anti-itch wipes and soaps. Aloe vera. Aloe vera gel has been used historically to treat hemorrhoids and various skin conditions.
The gel can be found as an ingredient in other products, but you should only use pure aloe vera gel on hemorrhoids. Some people are allergic to aloe vera, particularly those who are allergic to garlic or onions. Check for allergic reaction by rubbing a dime-sized amount onto your forearm. Wait 24 to 48 hours. If no reaction occurs, it should be safe to use. Warm bath with Epsom salt. Warm baths can help soothe the irritation from hemorrhoids.
You can use a sitz bath, which is a small plastic tub that fits over a toilet seat, or take a full-body bath in your tub. According Harvard Health , taking a warm bath for 20 minutes after every bowel movement will be most effective. Adding Epsom salts to the bath can provide further relief by reducing pain. Over-the-counter ointments. Over-the-counter ointments and creams, like Preparation H , can be found in almost every drug store and can offer immediate relief.
Some can even reduce swelling and help your hemorrhoid to heal faster. Soothing wipes. Using toilet paper after a bowel movement can aggravate existing hemorrhoids. Wipes can help keep you clean without causing further irritation. Its healing properties come from tannic acid, a chemical that can help constrict and cool the blood vessels and skin at the end of the rectum, which in turn reduces swelling and bleeding. Witch hazel can be purchased in liquid form or ointment form.
Apply a pea-sized amount directly to the hemorrhoid three times daily AND after every bowel movement. Witch hazel can also be found in products like hemorrhoidal pads and medicated wipes. Leftover fecal matter can irritate your hemorrhoids, so use a soothing wipe after every bowel movement. You can buy these wipes at any drugstore, and many of them contain soothing witch hazel.
Try taking a witch hazel sitz bath to soothe your hemorrhoids. Soak in the sitz bath for minutes, adding more hot water if you start to get cool. Gently towel dry yourself afterward. Apply a witch hazel-soaked pad to your hemorrhoids for immediate relief. Take a cotton ball and soak it in witch hazel. Press it gently to the area for about 60 seconds up to 6 times a day.
National Institutes of Health Go to source If you prefer, you can use pre-made witch hazel pads, make specifically for hemorrhoids. Try a witch hazel salve to relieve itching and swelling. These can be purchased online or at the drugstore. Always read and follow the directions on the container. National Institutes of Health Go to source Always wash your hands and the applicator after applying the salve.
A salve is sometimes a nice choice because it provides an extra layer of protection between your skin and clothing, which can prevent further irritation. Method 2. Make a suppository out of witch hazel tincture and cocoa butter. In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon 4.
You should be able to find both of these ingredients at your local drugstore, though you may need to visit a natural health store to find the tincture. Witch hazel tincture generally comes in a dropper bottle and is much more potent than regular witch hazel. Mold the mixture in a small oblong shape. Place the suppository in a small bowl and cover it with plastic wrap.
In this case, a suppository is a solid dose of some type of medicine that gets inserted into the rectum. It releases the soothing witch hazel as it melts. Freeze the suppository for hours until it is fully frozen. The suppository needs to be as cold and firm as possible for it to be fully inserted in your rectum. Wash your hands and put on a disposable glove to practice good hygiene. Wear hand protection to keep your fingers germ-free and keep bacteria from getting under your nails or in the folds of your skin.
Just make sure to thoroughly wash your hands both before and after inserting the suppository. Lubricate the end of the suppository to help it go in more easily. Use some kind of water-soluble lubricant and dab it on the end of the suppository. Insert the suppository while laying on your left side. While on your side, bend the knee of your top leg while keeping your bottom leg straight.
Lift your top buttocks with one hand and gently push the suppository into your anus with the other hand. Make sure it goes in about 1 inch 25 mm. It may be a little uncomfortable but should be over very quickly! Lay on your side for minutes while the suppository works. You may need to squeeze your sphincter for a few seconds to keep the suppository inside your body. Discard your gloves and wash your hands a final time.
Use warm water and soap, and scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds before drying them off with a clean towel. And please, no "selfies"! If there is any bleeding, severe pain or fecal incontinence loss of bowel control , you should definitely see your doctor.
A large amount of bleeding or the sudden onset of severe pain means you should seek medical treatment immediately. Here are some things you can do at home to relieve symptoms of hemorrhoids, including some home remedies:. Most people will get relief from at-home treatments. However, sometimes these remedies do not work, or don't work well enough. In that case, there are treatments that the doctor can provide.
These can range from pills to prescription creams to minimally invasive procedures, and even to hemorrhoid removal surgery. In the meantime, if you have more questions or feel your condition is urgent, contact your Temple physician or healthcare provider. Krevsky is a gastroenterologist with clinical interests in colonoscopy, GERD, constipation and capsule endoscopy.
Krevsky is an active clinician and educator, having published over papers, audiotapes and books. He is also a member of several organizations, including American College of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Gastroenterological Association.
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