If you do not like to go straight to medicine, there are a lot of natural treatments available that can relieve the complaints of hemorrhoids or make them disappear faster. Here you will find some.
Flavonoids
Flavonoids are a constituent of plants that would make and stabilize the blood vessels. They reduce anal discomfort, pain and defecation during an acute attack of hemorrhoids. Especially the flavonoids that are found in citrus fruits, hesperidin and diosmine, have a positive effect
Spiny mouse thorn (Ruscus aculeatus)
Spiny mouse thorn is a plant that has been used for centuries for the treatment of hemorrhoids and varicose veins. It is often used in poor circulation in the veins. Spiny mouse thorn is sold as a capsule or in the form of tea. The tea has a slightly bitter taste. Spiny mouse thorn should not be used by people with high blood pressure or by pregnant or lactating women.
Eating a lot of fiber
Eating a lot of fiber has a beneficial effect on the symptoms of hemorrhoids and bleeding. You soften your bowel movements and relieve the itching and pain. There are different ways to consume more fiber. Start by eating high-fiber foods such as vegetables and whole grain products. Fiber supplements can also offer a solution. Another option is flax seed. Drink plenty of water if you decide to take supplements.
Horse chestnut
The horse chestnut is, like the prickly mouse, often recommended when there is a bad circulation in the veins. It can be taken in tea or capsule form, but can also be used externally as a compress.
Witch hazel (hamamelis)
There are a number of natural treatment methods based on witch hazel or hamamelis. You should not take it but apply it as an ointment in the anal area. Hamamelis has a restoring effect and should counter the bleeding of the hemorrhoids. It can also relieve pain, itching and swelling.
Flavonoids
Flavonoids are a constituent of plants that would make and stabilize the blood vessels. They reduce anal discomfort, pain and defecation during an acute attack of hemorrhoids. Especially the flavonoids that are found in citrus fruits, hesperidin and diosmine, have a positive effect
Spiny mouse thorn (Ruscus aculeatus)
Spiny mouse thorn is a plant that has been used for centuries for the treatment of hemorrhoids and varicose veins. It is often used in poor circulation in the veins. Spiny mouse thorn is sold as a capsule or in the form of tea. The tea has a slightly bitter taste. Spiny mouse thorn should not be used by people with high blood pressure or by pregnant or lactating women.
Eating a lot of fiber
Eating a lot of fiber has a beneficial effect on the symptoms of hemorrhoids and bleeding. You soften your bowel movements and relieve the itching and pain. There are different ways to consume more fiber. Start by eating high-fiber foods such as vegetables and whole grain products. Fiber supplements can also offer a solution. Another option is flax seed. Drink plenty of water if you decide to take supplements.
Horse chestnut
The horse chestnut is, like the prickly mouse, often recommended when there is a bad circulation in the veins. It can be taken in tea or capsule form, but can also be used externally as a compress.
Witch hazel (hamamelis)
There are a number of natural treatment methods based on witch hazel or hamamelis. You should not take it but apply it as an ointment in the anal area. Hamamelis has a restoring effect and should counter the bleeding of the hemorrhoids. It can also relieve pain, itching and swelling.