Do you think that Hemorrhoids are something that has just 'happened' to you? Something that has come out of the blue with no warning whatsoever? Or do you think that perhaps there is something wrong internally that needs identifying and sorting out? Hemorrhoids are effects that have been brought about by causes.
The main culprit by far is constipation, brought about by a deficient diet lacking in both fiber and proper liquids.
Pregnancy can also be another contributory cause, along with excessive straining when passing motions, or sitting for extended periods of time without any physical activity to keep the body in optimum condition.
The initial discovery that you have hemorrhoids may be quite frightening, but it is actually quite a common complaint.
With the right treatment and combined with a possible adjustment to your diet, the symptoms can not only be eliminated - but the causes can be treated as well to ensure that you do actually get rid of the problem once and for all.
First you have to deal with the effects.
This could be irritation, swelling, itching, or a burning sensation around the anus.
Don't worry! There are many natural medicaments that can come to your rescue.
One of the more powerful natural remedies that can deal quickly with these symptoms isWitch Hazel, a natural astringent that will reduce swelling and generally calm down the hemorrhoids.
It has no side effects whatsoever and can be bought over the counter at your local drug store.
You can apply it using wipes, or it can be poured onto a cloth and placed on the affected area and allowed to seep out naturally.
Aloe Vera gel can also be applied to the affected area to give you relief.
These two natural medications are both wonder drugs in their own right - and they can be bought for pennies.
At the same time that you are suffering general discomfort you could also be experiencing the pain of passing motions when you use the bathroom.
This will be caused by hard, impacted stools bringing pressure against the veins in the area of the anus.
This is the root cause of the problem - and it must be tackled at the same time as you are relieving the symptoms.
Easy and painless bowel movements are absolutely necessary for good health in general.
Waste matter must be disposed of at regular intervals.
If bowel movements are avoided, you can be building up further problems for yourself on many fronts, and not just with hemorrhoids.
Adjustments to your diet must be made to reduce your hard stools to soft stools that are easily passable.
Fiber is the key word here.
Fruit is another key word, along with the increased intake of proper liquids to lubricate your digestive system.
Taking the natural route to alleviating the painful effects of hemorrhoids need not mean that you sever all ties with your doctor.
Keep in touch with them, talk to them about your progress and listen to their advice.
However, you will find that the natural route will deal with both effects and causes whereas the medical fraternity generally deal only with the effects - leaving you with the causes and still dealing with the inevitable and regular return of the problem that you want rid of! Do yourself a big favour - learn more about natural remedies.