External hemorrhoids are superficial varicose veins located just outside the opening of the anus. Internal hemorrhoids are located higher up inside the rectum and most individuals may not even be aware of their presence. These internal hemorrhoids can be pushed outside the rectum by increasing pressure in this area during a bowel movement, pregnancy or childbirth. As pregnancy progresses, pressure on the rectum and lower colon becomes increased due to the enlarging uterus. This pressure often results in constipation and hemorrhoids.
Alternative therapies are an appropriate first step in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
Read about them here and then discuss whether they might be helpful. If the symptoms do not respond to natural therapies, the intervention of a conventional doctor may be necessary. Practitioners may recommend a very dilute warm bath with a few drops of juniper or lavender. If you are a first time user, be sure to test a drop of this oil on the inside of the wrist and watch for a possible reaction during the next twenty-four hours. Be sure and check with your physician before using aromatherapy.