Hemorrhoids Relief & Treatment

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Main Category: GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
Article Date: 08 Apr 2007 - 3:00 PDT

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In the majority of cases the patient can take some simple measures which will alleviate the symptoms of hemorrhoids. However, medicines and even surgery may sometimes be needed.

What you can do on your own

To relieve the symptoms you can try:

• Topical creams and ointments


• Bathing the affected area


• Ice packs and cold compresses


• Sitz bath. Use warm water


• Use moist towelletes


• Analgesics

For more information on hemorrhoid treatments and hemorrhoid relief please go to What are Hemorrhoids? What are Hemroids?

Written by Christian Nordqvist
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