How to Effectively Shrink Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are a true pain in the rear if not treated properly.  On this section we will discuss some ways of how to shrink hemorrhoids.  Try to see which one will fit your needs best.  There are two ways of treating hemorrhoids, surgical and non surgical.  Some treatments will remove the hemorrhoids while others will focus on shrinking the hemorrhoids so that they eventually fall off.

There are both internal as well as external hemorrhoids.  Internal hemorrhoids are located inside the anal canal, while external hemorrhoids are located just outside the anal canal.  These should be addressed as soon as possible to prevent them from becoming thrombosed and in turn very painful.

• Hemorrhoidectomy - In this method, the hemorrhoid groups, or piles, are surgically removed with a scalpel or laser.

• Rubber Band Ligation - A rubber band is tied at the base of the internal hemorrhoid.  This cuts off the blood supply to the internal hemorrhoid.  Thus, it shrivels up and falls within a few days.

• Infrared Photocoagulation - An intense beam of infrared light is directed to the dilated veins of the internal hemorrhoid.  This cuts off the blood supply to the hemorrhoid.  Then, the hemorrhoid dies, leaving a scar that holds the veins in place so they won’t bulge into the anal canal.

• Laser Coagulation - The blood supply in the hemorrhoid is turned off by a chemical reaction that is triggered by an electric current to the hemorrhoids.

• Injection Sclerotherapy - In injection sclerotherapy, the hemorrhoid is shrunk after a chemical solution that is inserted in the mucous membrane causes inflammation and closure of the veins.

These are some of the surgical methods that people decide to take when they face cases of internal hemorrhoids.  But there are also many home remedies for hemorrhoids that can be used in order to help shrink hemorrhoids.  For example, sitz baths will help to shrink hemorrhoids.  Sitz baths are warm water baths for about 20 minutes some 3 or 4 times per day.  Applying ice packs to the hemorrhoids for a quarter of an hour will help shrink hemorrhoids as well.  Other things you can try is to use a blow dryer mildly to relieve some of the pain.

Because they usually don’t have side effects and are quite effective, it’s a good idea to try natural cures for hemorrhoids.  Some medicines, if not taken lightly, may have undesired side effects.  But on the other hand, things like rue care oil are great for treating the hemorrhoid pain.  For one thing, it has no drugs and it helps to stop the bleeding and pain and it will also help with the reduction of the hemorrhoids.  With no side effects and properties that help the veins get stronger, it’s a good idea to try this natural way to shrink hemorrhoids.  There are also astringents like witch hazel and zinc oxide that suck the water from the piles and help to shrink the hemorrhoids.

Herbal Remedies

Treatments such as herbal remedies are also effective and you might want to take a look at them.  Some of the more effective herbal remedies include the butcher’s broom.  These will help to shrink the hemorrhoids slowly but surely.  There is a chinese herb called the fargelin that is impressively effective.  If you brew hazel leaves in tea, you can actually apply them to the affected area and it will help to shrink hemorrhoids as well.

For hemorrhoid sufferers, it is good news that there are several methods of treating hemorrhoids.  The only thing to determine is what kind of treatment to get, and this can be influenced by the access you have to the necessary herbs or whatever other methods you choose.