Will a hemorrhoid go away by itself?

[Anonymous]

I'm going to change my diet so that should fix the root of the problem. But will the actual hemmorhoid go away? I just got it last night.

[DanteSparda]

Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen and inflamed veins in your anus and lower rectum. Hemorrhoids may result from straining during a bowel movement or from the increased pressure on these veins. This may go away after some time of passing the stools, in the early stages but in Chronic Hemorrhoids it will trouble a lot causing itching, discomfort and bleeding. Most people can get relief from symptoms using home treatments and lifestyle changes.

Lifestyle and home remedies-

-Use topical treatments. Apply an over-the-counter hemorrhoid cream or suppository containing hydrocortisone, or use pads containing witch hazel or a topical numbing agent.

-Keep the anal area clean. Bathe (preferably) or shower daily to cleanse the skin around your anus gently with warm water. Soap isn't necessary and may aggravate the problem. Gently drying the area with a hair dryer after bathing can minimize moisture, which can cause irritation.

-Soak regularly in a warm bath. Do this several times daily.

Apply cold. Apply ice packs or cold compresses on the anus to relieve swelling.

-Use a sitz bath with warm water. A sitz bath fits over the toilet. You can get one at a medical supply store or some pharmacies.

Don't use dry toilet paper. Instead, to help keep the anal area clean after a bowel movement, use moist towelettes or wet toilet paper that doesn't contain perfume or alcohol.

-Take oral medications. You can use acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) temporarily to help relieve your discomfort.

These self-care measures may relieve the symptoms, but they won't make the hemorrhoid disappear. See your doctor if you don't get relief in a few days, or sooner if you have severe pain or bleeding. -

[THE_Godfather]

Probably not.

It's no big deal to go in & have them pinched. A Dr. just ties something similar to a rubber band around it.

Problem solved.

[whattothink]

Once you have them you have them. Sometimes symptoms are worse and sometimes less. They are annoying I know to live with. But I kinda liken em to herpes, they never go away, they can hurt, and you just do what you can to keep em from acting up.

[TangerineFire1]

No hemorrhoids are varicose veins of the butt hole. They do not go away by themselves.

[Anonymous]

changing your diet is a good choice, include lots of fresh fruits:)

[repetron]

Yeah, get some more fiber in you diet and you should be fine.

[TrentLevito23]

DANG. IF it doesn't go away soon, definitely get it checked!