Discover How To Treat Hemorrhoids That Bleed

One of the most effective ways to avoid the discomfort of hemorrhoids has to do with our diet. If we consume foods rich in fiber, we will facilitate the evacuation of feces

They are always annoying and painful, but hemorrhoids that bleed are even more so. In case you did not know, a large percentage of the population suffers from this problem or will suffer it at some point in their lives, especially women after childbirth or 35 years of age.

If this is your case, keep reading, we want to show you the best natural treatments to treat hemorrhoids that bleed. Simple remedies to help alleviate the problem

Treatment options for bleeding hemorrhoids

While most of the time bleeding in the stool or drops of blood on the underwear diminishes or disappears in a matter of hours or a couple of days, it is an unpleasant, uncomfortable and painful situation.

Itching can become unbearable and for this reason we look for remedies or treatments that help us reduce the symptoms. Take a look at these tips to speed up the healing or healing process of hemorrhoids so they stop bleeding:

Drink a lot of water

It not only serves to urinate and eliminate all waste and toxins, but also to soften the stool. In addition, water makes fecal matter move faster through the intestines, as it lubricates the walls, as suggested by this study carried out by the Ramón y Cajal University Hospital (Madrid).

Hard, dry stools irritate and tear the hemorrhoidal tissue and can cause pain or bleeding. For this reason,  we advise you to drink at least two liters of water a day. You can combine it with natural juices or herbal teas, but they do not include soft drinks, coffee or alcoholic beverages .

Avoid constipation

Not being able to go to the bathroom and having piles is not a good combination. Your diet should include a good amount of whole grains, grains, nuts (especially raisins) and green leafy vegetables like spinach.

In this way you will prevent constipation and you will not feel pain when defecating. And it is that when it comes to hemorrhoids that bleed, the worst that can happen is suffering from constipation, since the force that is exerted when going to the bathroom does not help at all.

Take the time to have a bowel movement and remember that pressure on the rectal canal can further damage bleeding piles.

Don’t hold back the urge to go to the bathroom

Many believe that by containing or reducing the evacuation times, hemorrhoids will heal faster and stop bleeding. However this is a mistake. The reason is very simple: the more feces your body accumulates, the more difficult it will be to eliminate them without pain or discomfort.

Also, that is not good for your health, since you will be storing toxins in your body that can later lead to diseases. Even if you suffer a lot of pain from hemorrhoids, you must be brave and go to the bathroom.

If you delay this situation then it will be more unpleasant and, above all, painful. Recovery will take longer and you will be more vulnerable to bleeding in the future.

Reduce the intake of unhealthy foods

Salt is one of the worst enemies of hemorrhoids, as it causes fluid retention. And when the body swells due to the accumulation of water, the blood vessels of the rectal canal also become inflamed. The consequences are bleeding, pain and discomfort when going to the bathroom or sitting down.

On the other hand, the Spanish Foundation of the Digestive System advises  that you reduce the consumption of coffee, alcohol, chocolates, fatty or sugary foods and white flour. All of these foods produce harder and drier stools that will be difficult to pass without pain.

On the contrary, the condition will improve if you eat a balanced diet (not only when hemorrhoids bleed, but at all times) that includes plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits.

Try to make sure your intakes contain all the food groups and eat small amounts.

Maintain hygiene

When hemorrhoids bleed, itching increases, and the possibility of infection increases as well. Every time you go to the bathroom, wash thoroughly with cold or warm water. Avoid toilet paper because it irritates and can make bleeding worse.

Avoid letting dried blood stay long in the area or underwear. You can do sitz baths. You just have to immerse the hemorrhoids in a bowl of warm water and leave for a few minutes until the discomfort is relieved. But do not use a towel to dry yourself, the same thing will happen to you as with toilet paper.

Change posture

Sitting for long hours is not good for hemorrhoids (whether they bleed or not). If your job requires you to be in front of a computer all day, get up for a few minutes every hour and go for a walk. This will facilitate blood circulation and prevent it from accumulating in the rectal area, which could increase pain and discomfort.

Just in case, we don’t recommend doing very strong exercises like lifting weights, spinning, or playing tennis. She prefers more relaxing physical activities on those days, such as swimming, yoga or walking.

Use natural therapies

Aloe vera is one of the best options for bleeding hemorrhoids. Open a stem of the plant longitudinally, remove the thorns and place in the anus. Bring the gelatinous part into contact with the hemorrhoids. In a matter of minutes you will begin to feel relief thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, as suggested by this study carried out by the “Amalia Simoni Argilagos” Provincial Clinical Surgical Teaching Hospital (Cuba).

Ice is another interesting and effective option if they bother you a lot or you are too itchy, as suggested by this study carried out by the University of the Americas (Chile). Do not forget to wrap the ice cube in a cloth so that it does not come in direct contact with the skin (it could burn it).

And finally, when you are doing sitz baths in the water you can mix in a tablespoon of Epsom salts . In this way you will achieve that the wound healing is faster.

In any case, it is always important to consult your doctor before carrying out any of these remedies, and to make these recommendations as a complementary management to your official treatment only if they have given us the go-ahead.