Rectal Pain Medications

It is seen that medications and minimally invasive measures are effective in relieving the pain of hemorrhoids. It is colorectal pain present in colon which leads to bowel problems.

Some of them are:

Increasing intake of fibre supplements
Increasing the intake of fruits and vegetables rich in fiber (like potatoes, cabbage, corn, wholegrains etc) one of the best ways to soften and bulk the stool. This, in turn, will help to reduce bleeding from hemorrhoids. It is suggested that there should be a 20 to 35 g fiber in your daily diet. Along with eating fiber rich food, it is also advisable to take fiber supplements. The most common supplements are psyllium seed rich ones like Metamucil and those that have methylcellulose such as Citrucel. A few drops of these can be added to a glass of water can be a good fiber supplement drink. The fiber supplements absorb water and increases stool bulk which in turn helps to raise the frequency of bowel movements which eventually helps to soften stool. Stool softeners with Docusate Sodium like Colace for instance also seem to benefit patients in softening stool. Bulk forming laxatives can be used safely but ensure that it is not causing side effects like gas formation and bloating.

Warm baths
Warm Sitz baths are good pain relievers as they improve blood flow and relaxes the internal anal sphincter. In this method, the rectal area is immersed in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes two to three times daily. Sitz baths can be purchased in most drugstores. Portable bowls are available and is convenient to use at work or while traveling. You can also use a bathtub by simply filling it with 2 to 3 inches of warm water. It is not recommended to add soap, bubble bath, or other additives to the water.

Topical treatments
You can buy various creams, salves and suppositories which will relieve the pain and discomfort of hemorrhoids. However they can only give temporary relief as they will not make hemorrhoids disappear altogether. Although these medications are available without prescription, it is advisable to use them under medical supervision. Some of them may cause side effects like skin rash, skin thinning and inflammation.
Some non-prescription remedies for hemorrhoids are ointments like zinc oxide and petroleum jelly. They help prevent itching to some extent by forming a protective layer over the hemorrhoids. Ointments which contain hydrocortisone are effective in relieving inflammation and itching. However you should be alert to the any change in anal tissues when used for more than 2 weeks. Suppositories help to relieve irritation and lubricates the anal canal during bowel movements.