Since hemorrhoids are not a topic of conversation due to it being an embarrassing condition, many don't have the right ideas about this painful problem.
Find out some answers to everyday hemorrhoid questions.
How long will it take for a hemorrhoid to heal? For most people this should take any where from one to two weeks.
This is assuming that you are doing your best to treat the hemorrhoid but keeping it clean, reducing the swelling, eating properly to soften the stool, and never stressing out the area.
If it does go away on it's own, be careful because unless habits have been changed there is a high chance that the hemorrhoids will come back.
Does alcohol intake worsen hemorrhoids? Yes it can.
Alcohol can dehydrate the body which can make it more difficult to use the restroom.
Caffeine has a similar effect on the body.
Avoiding these substances while there is a hemorrhoid problem is good practice.
How long should hemorrhoid pain last? For many people the pain is only there after using the restroom or after the area has been bumped or sat on too long.
Most don't have actual pain all day long although there can be irritation and itching.
If the hemorrhoid is always painful day after day, go see a doctor.
Is heat or cold better for a hemorrhoid? This really doesn't matter one way or the other.
Heat in the form of a sitz bath or while cleaning will relax the skin and reduce the swelling as well as clean the area.
Cold like with an ice compress will slow down the blood flow which will reduce the swelling.
There is no rule that says you can't do both.