Ok...Gross I know but can you still use cream to treat piles if you get them during pregnancy?

Question

Or are you advised not to use it?

Answer 1

YES - I developed them after giving birth (from all the strain). I sent my hubby down to the pharmacy to get the cream and he got me 2 types - as I was breastfeeding, I couldn't use one (it was in the form of a spray), but the other one was fine. The one that was ok to use was the one that is suitable for pregnancy too. No prescription was needed, but read the info in the box first.

Answer 2

I've been suffering from hemorrhoids for many years. I was simply just too embarrassed to go to a doctor or to the pharmacy to ask for a hemorrhoid treatment. In the end I went to a doctor that tried to do everything in her power to help me, but unfortunately the medication didn't work. Surgery was out of the question! At that point, I was helpless, embarrassed and with almost no social life, so I've decided to try something else. Until I found the information on this site http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=412

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Answer 3

Hi,
I agree with Memphis Kitten, that you should try witchhazel as it is natural and completely safe for your baby.
There are some prescription and also non-prescription medicated creams available , but as the ingredients are so hard to decipher, you can't always be sure that they are safe.
Remember the creams are meant to be absorbed by your body, which means that baby is exposed to all medications either topical or ingestable.
I saw my doctor when I was last pregnant and asked for a pregnancy safe cream for a fungal infection. When I got home and read the directions it said " Not safe for use in pregnancy". I certainly won't be going back to that doctor again.

Answer 4

Gross or not if you need help then don't be shy about asking.
here is something that may help.

What can I do to treat them?

Self-care measures at home can often relieve the pain and discomfort of hemorrhoids. Try a sitz bath, a small plastic tub that fits over the toilet seat. You can usually find a sitz bath at drug stores. In the bathtub or sitz bath, sit in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes, several times a day if needed.



Frequent bathing to keep your anus clean may help. But be careful not to scrub the skin while washing, which can hurt. Soap isn't necessary and may just make the problem worse. Gently pat the area dry. After bowel movements, wipe gently but thoroughly. Avoid toilet paper with potentially irritating perfumes or colors. Try alcohol-free wipes or lightly moistened toilet paper.



You can dab external hemorrhoids with witch hazel pads or soothe them with a cold compress or an ice pack. To ease painful bowel movements, place some petroleum jelly inside and around the edge of the anus. If itching is an issue, resist the urge to scratch. This could make your condition worse. Instead, try wet or dry baking soda or over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream to get some relief.



Although it may seem like a good idea, don't use an inflatable doughnut cushion to pad your chair if you sit for long periods of time. It may feel good but it can actually increase the pressure in the veins around your anus. Instead, get up and move around a bit to bring some relief.



What can I do to prevent them?

Eat plenty of high-fiber foods such as fruit, vegetables, bran cereals, and whole grains, so you have soft, easily passed stools. You should drink lots of liquid too. Water and 100-percent fruit or vegetable juices are the best choices. You need at least eight large glasses of water a day. Prune juice often does the trick, as does unprocessed wheat bran added to whole-grain cereal. If you think it might help, talk with your healthcare provider about taking an over-the-counter fiber supplement.



If your job involves a lot of sitting, make sure you find time to walk, ideally at least 30 minutes a day. Exercise can also help ward off constipation by keeping the digestive system moving. Don't hold your breath or strain to pass a stool. When you feel the urge to have a bowel movement, don't wait long to use the bathroom; your stool could become dry and harder to pass if you delay.



When should I call the doctor?

If you're having bleeding or your pain persists for more than a day or two, call your doctor. See your doctor immediately if bleeding is heavy or you're passing stools that are black or maroon in color. This could be a sign of a problem more serious than hemorrhoids. If you have lasting or severe pain or discomfort, and self-care measures bring little relief, talk with your healthcare provider about what therapies may help.

Answer 5

Hemorrhoids, also known as piles are swollen veins around the anal opening or the anal canal. They can be painful and linger on for a long time causing distress. Fortunately, there are a number of home remedies that are as effective and provides fast relief https://tr.im/Nb3f3

The main symptoms include bleeding during the bowel movement and itching. The first thing that people do to cure hemorrhoids is get an OTC medication, without knowing their possible side effects.

Answer 6

Yes you can, If you go to your GP then you can get the cream free on prescription because you are pregnant ...

I'd grab a large bottle of gaviscon while you are there too, I suffered bad indigestion as well and this will save you at least a tenner.

hope this helps, people dont tell you about these wonderful side effects of pregnancy do they?

Answer 7

If they're bad now wait till you've given birth- cream is fine but get it from docs so you don't have to pay. Keep a wooden spoon in your bathroom incase you need something to bite on! Don't worry tho, they will go eventually. Oh yeah, and if you ask your midwife she will give you some suppositories on her "post delivery" visit to make it easier to eeem, go. Ask her when you make your birth plan. Sorry to waffle but in answer to your Q yes it is fine.

Answer 8

Yes. There's no reason to suffer. My wife had them during her pregnancy. One got so bad that her OB actually cut it off (but she felt extremely better afterward). Talk to your doc. He can prescribe effective cream and other treatment options.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

Anusol cream which you can buy over the counter states that you can use when pregnant. If that does not work then get a prescription from your GP.