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Answer
: Hello Lolita. It is best if you consult a good physician at this stage, since you have been suffering from Hemorrhoids for so long and are in so much pain. A gastroenterologist or a proctologist will rule out any serious underlying cause of the pain. Try an over the counter stool softener for softening your stool and drink plenty of water. The best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to keep stools soft so they pass easily, thus decreasing pressure and straining, and to empty bowels as soon as possible after the urge occurs. Exercise, including walking, and increased fiber in the diet help reduce constipation and straining by producing stools that are softer and easier to pass. Try a painkiller like acetaminophen or ibuprofen for reducing the pain.
Some other tips for reducing discomfort are:
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Keep it clean: Keep your anal area as clean as possible. Using moist wipes or medicated hemorrhoid pads are more comfortable than toilet paper.
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Lay down: Avoid sitting and standing for long periods of time, which can put pressure on the hemorrhoids.
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Let someone else do it: Avoid heavy or moderate lifting.
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Petroleum jelly: Try some petroleum jelly on the rectum to cool it off and ease bowel movements.
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Try some ice: Sitting on an ice pack may give some relief from the burning.
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Use a sitz bath: Sit in enough warm water to cover the hemorrhoids, either in your bathtub or in a sitz bath that fits on the toilet.
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