Hemorrhoids are an uncomfortable and embarrassing fact of life for millions of people around the world, particularly the middle-aged and elderly living relatively sedentary lives. Hemorrhoid treatment can vary from topical ointments to surgical intervention, depending on the severity of the case. Western medicine often concerns itself primarily with targeting the symptoms, and not paying much attention to the contributing factors. Thankfully, the condition can often be prevented with a few precautions.

Hemorrhoids, also known as Piles, are enlarged veins that protrude inside the rectum. They can cause a painful, burning sensation in the rectum, discomfort in sitting, and make bowel movements an unpleasant affair. It is estimated that up to 85% of the elderly population of North America require hemorrhoids treatment at some point. They are often caused by extensive sitting and standing, straining while having a bowel movement as a result of constipation, lifting of heavy objects in such a way as to cause undue strain in the rectum, and possibly be hereditary.

Hemorrhoids Treatment

There is a wide variety of hemorrhoids treatment available today, from the standard Western medical approach to naturapath holistic methods. Each has its own level of risk, cost and effectiveness. Here is an overview:

Medical Hemorrhoids Treatment

The most common treatment is a topical cream which reduces swelling. There are various brand names available over-the-counter, and some prescription only creams. More invasive methods include cryogenic freezing, called ‘scelerotherapy’, done by injecting directly into the hemorrhoid. Another surgical method is to apply a rubber band ligature, which cuts off the circulation and then they either fall off or are cut out.

Acupuncture Hemorrhoids Treatment

Acupuncture is a healing method which has been practiced in China for thousands of years. Acupuncture affects the central nervous system, and works by focusing on the general health and immune system of the patient, rather than on specific symptoms. Acupuncture hemorrhoids treatment can be quite effective.

Herbal Hemorrhoids Treatment

When using an herbal treatment, it is best to begin by having a warm soak in a bath or sitz bath. Adding epsom salts can help reduce swelling. The Japanese Pagoda tree has properties that are believed to strengthen vein walls, and improve circulation. Bioflavonoids and Horse chestnut are also known to have positive effect. After the bath, ointment containing the herbs can be applied topically directly to the affected area and left overnight.

Diet Considerations

When it comes to finding an effective hemorrhoids treatment, there is none better than focusing directly on diet. This is because they are often caused by straining during constipation, and constipation is a direct result of poor diet. Rule number one is: drink plenty of water. Most Americans are chronically dehydrated, and not even aware of it. Second rule is to eat a diet high in fibre. Great sources of fibre are psyllium seeds, beets, green beans, cabbage, citrus fruits and oats. Any high vegetable diet will do. Also highly effective is to take one to two tablespoons of flax seed oil daily, and drink mild chamomile tea, a natural regulator. In cases of extreme constipation, laxatives can help but they mustn’t be taken on an ongoing basis.

The best method of hemorrhoids treatment is to pay careful attention to the diet, and be sure to eat plenty of fibre and drink plenty of water. Use herbal remedies and soothing baths to ease immediate symptoms, but in the long run it is a healthy diet that will be the most effective hemorrhoids treatment you can have.

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Brent Craig is a researcher and writer with a dedicated interest in Natural Health Alternatives.

Home Remedies & General Health FAQ : How to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids

facial hair is, on some level, a problem for everyone. It certainly is a bigger deal for some people than others though. No matter who you are though, you tweeze at least one hair regularly. It is just a fact of life.

If you are anything like me, plucking makes you crazy. I cannot even see the mirror through the tears in my eyes! But I’m intimidated by facial hair creams. All I got in high school from using them was a red blister on my upper lip. Even a girlstache would have been better than that…

Luckily hair removal treatments have progressed since high school. They used to smell awful and be full of harsh chemicals. Now it’s practically aromatherapy to use one. Of course, you still need to be careful.

Make sure that you get good facial hair removal results by using these tips:

1. Make sure that you do a test first. Before you put any cream on your face, try a little on your wrist. If you feel a burning feeling on your skin or you get a rash then you will know that you should not use it on your face. A small dab of the cream should be enough to test with.

2. Look for herbal ingredients. You just plain need chemicals to melt hair away. Herbal extracts can help your skin recover when it has been treated with these chemicals. Heavy moisturizers and natural ingredients tend to make the facial hair removal process go more smoothly.

3. Go for the fragrance. You likely remember that stinky cream that was used to remove leg hair. That smell was definitely chemically based. Now you have the option of eliminating the odor with a new fragrance. This can save you a severe allergic reaction – and a strange sneeze splatter! Unless you cannot handle any artificial fragrance at all, your nose will thank you for the improved aroma.

4. Work in sections on your face. Once you decide to put the cream on your face, take it slow. Start with the eyebrow area. It is less sensitive than the upper lip area. If your brows are okay, then move on to your lip area or chin.