Apply ice if there is swelling. Frequent warm sitz baths or running warm water over the hemorrhoids, and bed rest may help. It is important to avoid straining during a bowel movement. One way is to increase the amount of fiber, or roughage, and fluids in the diet. Good sources of fiber are fruits and vegetables, whole grain foods, beans and other legumes.
Fiber supplements are readily available.
Medical treatment of hemorrhoids usually starts with an examination of the lower colon. Because anal bleeding can also be a sign of polyps or colon cancer it is an important exam. Treatment for a persistent prolapse may simply be gentle manual reduction. Minor surgery may be necessary. For the rare severe symptom or complication, a surgeon removes the entire hemorrhoid.