by Anne Torres

When symptoms such as pain, rectal discomfort, burning and itching occur, many sufferers go for home therapies. The more popular therapies are fiber supplements, exercise, sitz bath, compresses and ice packs. We shall look at each of these in turn.

The drawback above all is substituting a diagnosis with home remedies. Even though the symptoms of hemorrhoids are frequently apparent, they do overlap considerably with symptoms of anal fissure, anal fistula, inflammatory bowel diseases and even bowel cancers. If your anal condition has not previously received medial attention, a consultation with a physician is required. Medical review is also essential if your last assessment has been more than a couple of months ago and you are still symptomatic.

Fiber high foods help to prevent constipation but can cause problems if you exaggerate it. The main problems are bloatedness in the abdomen and excessive flatus. The following foods are usually instrumental if taken in moderation: