2007-11-20 10:53:58 · 6 answers · asked by tmkhrstn 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
two things you can try 1 is a sitz bath which is water as warm as you can stand it mixed with epsom salt. at a pharmacy you can buy a special thing to use for the sitz bath. also hemorrhoid ointment does not help in relieving the discomfort of hemorrhoids , what does work is hydrocortisone ointment and vitamin A and D ointment make sure it is ointment not cream
2007-11-20 11:03:12 · answer #1 · answered by hermitofnorthdome 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had terrible hemorrhoids during pregnancy and after. I gave birth two weeks ago and warm baths and showers help alot. Before the warm bath I would wipe with the Tucks pads. Here's a little too much information, but if you do not have a detachable shower head, get one. Trust me it works.
2007-11-20 11:06:11 · answer #2 · answered by giamir 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might consider a prenatal support garment to wear under your clothes if you are having a lot of swelling, pain and pressure. Fembrace and Prenatal Cradle make great stuff.
Try taking Vitamin E capsules (orally) each day to improve vein strength.
Soaking in a warm Epsom salts bath is also soothing.
And putting cold witch hazel pads against the swelling works wonders!
2007-11-20 11:00:59 · answer #3 · answered by Veritas 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hemorrhoids are associated with constipation and straining at bowel movements. How to get rid of hemorrhoids https://tr.im/TAxVJ
Pregnancy is also associated with hemorrhoids. These conditions lead to increased pressure within the hemorrhoidal veins that causes them to swell. Other conditions, for example chronic liver disease, may also cause increased venous pressure and may be associated with hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are very common and are estimated to occur in up to one-half of the population by age 50.
2016-02-11 17:52:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you tell the Dr? There are plenty of over the counter solutions, but you may need to get a stool softener to not aggravate. It's worth talking about. They've heard it before so don't be embarrassed.
2007-11-20 10:58:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I sat my butt in hot water. Just butt level and as hot as I could stand it. It reduced the swelling. I also slept with a pillow between my knees. It helped (not to be gross) to separate my bum cheeks so they weren't pressing on each other.
2007-11-20 11:05:13 · answer #6 · answered by Alexanders and Katherines mama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used tucks as well after the birth. Be sure to talk to your doctor or nurse about your problem.
2007-11-20 11:03:03 · answer #7 · answered by Kimberly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used the Tucks Medicated pads... They helped alot!!! And eat alot of fiber and exercise even if it is just walking.
2007-11-20 10:57:28 · answer #8 · answered by ginspice2007 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋