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Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

By Katherine Bontrager

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"If the constipation is not improving with diet changes alone, consider an over-the-counter product like Konsyl or Metamucil, which adds fiber to the stool and helps prevent constipation," says Dehn. "Or ask your provider about other remedies such as Colace, a stool softener. And as difficult as it might be, try not to strain with bowel movements; pushing can lead to hemorrhoids. Instead, try to get some regular exercise to help stimulate bowel movements. It doesn't have to be strenuous; a quick walk around the block can really help."

But what if, despite all best attempts, the symptoms begin to show? "Treatment during pregnancy is usually conservative and focused on relieving symptoms, especially pain control," says Dr. Berens. "The reason for this is that symptoms will often resolve. Common therapy includes the recommendation for dietary changes and increased fiber. Fiber has been shown to reduce the chances of persistent symptoms such as pain and bleeding in pregnant women. Other therapies such as local treatments to treat pain and swelling are frequently recommended."

Among those local treatments are a small ice pack covered with a thin layer of cloth (pillowcase thin) applied to the area to decrease the swelling and inflammation. "Tucks pads will help with the pain," Dehn adds. "To shrink the hemorrhoids and help them go away faster, consider an over-the-counter remedy like Preparation H. If that isn't working, then ask your health care provider to prescribe another cream, foam or suppository to help. These all have small amounts of hydrocortisone in them, which are considered safe while breastfeeding and help decrease the inflammation and swelling."

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Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy by Anonymous on 12/17/2009 09:01PM

if they have an external hemorrhoid because they can feel one or more small bumps or something that feels like extra flaps

Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy by Anonymous on 11/15/2009 07:17PM

I had them really bad with both of my boys, the second one especially. I tried the increase in fiber, the pads, the creams, nothing helped. They were still there after I had him and then I finally found a natural remedy that was a miracle treatment. I got it at http://8c2002qsr29y3w6cp9tm4mds93.hop.clickbank.net/. Seriously, I tried it and they were gone! So worth it!!

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