Hemorrhoid Treatment During Pregnancy

A literal pain the rear, hemorrhoids can form in pregnant women due to the constipation during this time.

When they are pregnant for the first time, some women will form hemorrhoids because of the increased pressure.  The hemorrhoids could form in the beginning or during childbirth because of straining.  They may heal after giving birth.

As the uterus grows according to the baby’s progress, this can put pressure on the pelvic veins and veins in the surrounding area.  This will cause the blood flow to the lower part of the body to slow down.  The veins can get swollen and dilated.

Because during pregnancy women tend to strain more during bowel movements, they are more prone to constipation.  The straining can help the formation of hemorrhoids or it’s aggravation.

During pregnancy progesterone increases, making the vein walls to relax and creating an environment where the veins to swell.  This may cause the slowing down of the intestinal tract.

How To Relieve Hemorrhoids

Some of the numerous ways to relieve the symptoms of hemorrhoids during pregnancy are listed here:

Hot/Cold Treatments - Some pregnant women will find it helpful to use ice packs to relieve the symptoms.  After a ice pack they will usually sit in a warm Sitz bath.

Sitz Bath - Many women find it helpful to sit in a bathtub to relieve the symptoms.  However, pregnant women may find this a hard thing to do.  So it’s recommended to get sitz bath, or a plastic tub that sits on top of your toilet so you can sit on it and relieve the pain.

Creams/Suppositories - There are various creams or suppositories you can use to soothe the itching and inflammation.  Such topical remedies as Preparation-H work well but you may also try other creams/suppositories.

Medicated Wipes - Toilet paper can be rough on the hemorrhoids and worsen them.  So it’s useful to use some brands of medicated wipes to soothe the pain and maintain the area cleaned properly.  One brand is Tucks.

How Do I Avoid Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

You don’t have to deal with hemorrhoids while and after you are pregnant.  There are many ways of preventing them.  To start off, make sure you eat whole foods rich in fiber.  Fresh fruits and vegetables work best.

Drink plenty of water for your benefit and for your baby’s.  Try to drink 8-10 glasses of water daily, with a minimum of 3 glasses.  Water will also help with constipation and keep you hydrated.

Exercise is also important.  Try to get walks in during the day.  These will help with the blood circulation and will help keep the constipation away.