Hemorrhoidal treatment varies from each type, person and preference.
But all in all, treating hemorrhoids is focused on reducing the inflammation and preventing them from recurring.
Hemorrhoids, the inflammation of anal veins, is a common occurrence as statistics show that 50% of the total population develops this condition.
Unfortunately, people who suffer from hemorrhoids are often too embarrassed to seek professional help, which is a shame.
Commonly, the symptoms include a soft, tender or non-tender lump peaking out from the anus; oozing anal secretions mostly made of blood; itching; pain; and a burning sensation during bowel movements.
Seeing all these symptoms can be very traumatic and embarrassing, too.
Imagine walking around town feeling the itch in your buttocks - you cannot just scratch it anytime! Or, walking around, unaware that blood has seeped out; staining not just your underwear but even your jeans.
A hemorrhoidal treatment should be done as soon as symptoms start.
Some people think or hope that someday, the swelling will go away on its own.
Sometimes it does, but it usually comes back - with a vengeance! Hemorrhoidal treatment such as application of creams, warms soaks, ice packs and taking anti-inflammatory drugs can help relieve the symptoms.
However, combining it with preventive measures can best deal with the swelling and can keep it tamed for longer.
Eating at least one serving of fresh fruits and vegetables per meal, exercising daily and drinking a minimum of glasses of water a day are often enough to keep the hemorrhoids away.