Hemorrhoids are a disease that occurs as a result of the expansion of the veins around the anus. This expansion in the veins can cause swelling, itching, pain and bleeding. Although the development of hemorrhoids is not normal, most people develop hemorrhoids from time to time. Having to sit for long periods of time, constipation, and some substances in our food can cause hemorrhoids. Again, the development of hemorrhoids is common during pregnancy, but they disappear after birth. The most common foods that can cause hemorrhoids are: strong spices (especially red pepper and mustard), caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, and alcohol. Those who develop hemorrhoids frequently should stay away from these foods and smoking.
You can avoid constipation by eating more fiber-rich foods. Or you can drink fasting herb tea. Drinking plenty of water also helps (always drink more water than you think you need).
The best treatment for hemorrhoids is sit baths, which have been used for thousands of years. Fill a suitably sized basin with water that is hot enough to not burn you or bother you, and sit for 15 minutes, 3-4 times a day.
It is also beneficial to apply creams obtained from the plant called aloe vera, which is frequently used in the treatment of constipation, on the hemorrhoids.
Never use dry toilet paper to clean your bladder after using the toilet. Dry toilet paper damages the dilated veins here and worsens the hemorrhoids. Instead, wet the toilet paper and clean yourself with it. Or use wet paper wipes designed for this purpose.
Another method used in Chinese medicine to eliminate the body imbalance that causes hemorrhoids is as follows: eat two bananas on an empty stomach every morning or eat one orange three times a day.
