Hemorrhoids or piles are small swollen veins in the area of the anus. They are very annoying and painful for those who suffer from them, and can even make the act of defecation difficult. Many times they are caused from constipation or spicy foods and it is said that most adults will suffer from it at some point in their life.
If you’ve been unlucky enough to be one of them, don’t worry, because even though they may be a hassle, they have a solution! That is why in this oneHOWTO article we explain how to deflate hemorrhoids with ice so you can feel the relief you need.
What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids
Before assuming that you have a hemorrhoid problem, it is advisable that you know what its symptoms are, in addition to seeing your family doctor. According to the Mayo Clinic[1], these are the symptoms of hemorrhoids:
- Anal bleeding: However, this type of bleeding does not cause pain when defecating, but we can observe its appearance with the feces, the toilet or toilet paper when cleaning. If this is your case, you may be interested in this other article on How to stop bleeding from hemorrhoids.
- Anal itching or irritation– This is one of the most characteristic symptoms of hemorrhoids. Itching usually occurs when the hemorrhoids are rather small or temporary.
- Pain or discomfort: When hemorrhoids are a little larger, they can cause pain or even discomfort in the anus area.
- InflammationIf you have hemorrhoids, you will most likely feel a small swelling in the anus area. You may notice it when you dry yourself with the toilet paper.
- PackageOn the other hand, if you notice the presence of a small lump around the year, which may or may not cause pain, it is probably a thrombosed hemorrhoid, that is, a slightly more complex hemorrhoid.
It must also be borne in mind that the symptoms will depend on the type of hemorrhoids. If you want more information about it, you can read this other oneHOWTO article on Types of hemorrhoids with photos.
How to apply ice to hemorrhoids
Many people affected by hemorrhoids wonder how to get hemorrhoids inside or how to reduce inflammation of external hemorrhoids quickly, especially when they are very inflamed and hurt or sting. One of the best remedies for severe hemorrhoid pain is ice.
The cold of the ice is very useful to reduce inflammation, since, in this way, the temperature of the inflamed area, which is usually high, is counteracted.
- First, wash the affected area well with soap and water.
- Then put crushed ice in a bag or use a cold compress.
- Then get into a comfortable position and sit on top of the ice pack. If the cold is too intense, you can wrap the cold pack in a cloth, or use a cloth soaked in cold water instead.
- Hold on some 10 or 15 minutes and repeat 2 more times a day.
With this remedy, you will not only reduce inflammation, but you will also relieve the pain of piles and other discomforts. Of course, it is important that you apply it after having gone to the bathroom, in the case of having felt the need.
This home remedy for hemorrhoids is specially designed for the most painful ones, that is, use ice on the thrombosed hemorrhoids It will be of great relief to the sufferer. For more information you can read this other oneHOWTO article on How to use ice to reduce inflammation.
Postures to reduce inflammation of hemorrhoids
As incredible as it may seem, there are some postures that can help us to reduce inflammation of the hemorrhoids, producing us a great relief. Many of these are yoga poses, like the ones we will show you below:
- Viparita Karini or Legs up the wall: This is one of the most calming yoga postures for hemorrhoids, as they help improve blood circulation to the anal area. You just have to lie down and raise your legs, supporting them against a wall. To avoid hurting your back, we recommend that you use a mat.
- Malasana or Garland (squatting)If your hemorrhoids are caused by constipation, then this is your position. In fact, it is said that this is the natural posture of the human being to relieve himself. When we sit on the toilet, our intestines are somewhat crushed, so we have to use more force to defecate. But if we squat we will facilitate intestinal transit.
- Balasana or child’s pose: it is one of the most effective and restorative positions to combat hemorrhoids. With this position, in addition, it increases blood circulation in the anus and relieves pain caused by constipation.
- Pavanamukhtasana or posture to relieve the wind– This pose is one of the most effective in returning stagnant venous and lymphatic blood, providing relief to those with hemorrhoids or venous thrombosis. In addition, with this posture many internal organs are worked, so it is also very effective for those who suffer from gas problems.
- Sarvangasana or Shoulder and Halasana or Plow Pose: both positions help to improve body blood circulation, especially in the anus and abdomen area. Similarly, it helps regulate gastric juices and improve digestion. Although they are a bit complicated positions at first, try to hold at least 10 seconds in each of them and in a short time you will notice the results.
If your pain is very extreme, you can try using a cold compress or cloth while doing these stretches, which will be ideal, above all, to reduce inflammation of internal hemorrhoids.
Now that you know how to reduce inflammation of hemorrhoids with ice, you may also be interested in this other oneHOWTO article on How to use mallow for hemorrhoids.
This article is merely informative, at oneHOWTO we do not have the power to prescribe any medical treatment or make any type of diagnosis. We invite you to see a doctor in the case of presenting any type of condition or discomfort.
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References
[1] Mayo Clinic. Symptoms and causes of hemorrhoids. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/es-es/diseases-conditions/hemorrhoids/symptoms-causes/syc-20360268