Hemorrhoid also known as piles, form when the anal blood veins are swollen due to tensions caused by various circumstances like prolonged sitting/standing in one position, constipation, obesity, pregnancy, chronic diarrhea, lifting heavy object and sitting a long time on the toilet trying to have a bowel movement! Hemorrhoid can cause swelling, pain and in extreme cases even bleeding.
If not attended in time, Hemorrhoids can become unbearable and the only option then left would be surgery! The two types of Hemorrhoids i.
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the internal Hemorrhoids and the external Hemorrhoids are comparable in nature except that they are differently located.
However, they both these type of Hemorrhoids have similar symptoms such as bleeding.
If you are experiencing any such kind of Hemorrhoid, you can practice the following self care methodologies to ease your Hemorrhoid pain.
However, even after practicing all these at home, if the condition of your Hemorrhoid does not improve, consult your doctor as soon as possible.

• Apply directly a cold pack on the Hemorrhoid to lessen the swelling and the pain.
  It is better that you ask someone to do this for you while you lay face down.
  
• Before you use toilet paper always dampen it with water or baby oil as your sensitive skin needs extra gentle touch.
  
• Make sure to clean the anus region properly with lukewarm water each time you pass off stool in a day.
  A basin is very effective for this cleaning purpose.
  
• Try not to sit or stand in one particular position for too long.
  
• Take a hot water bath several times a week.
  However do not take salt baths since they cause irritation on the Hemorrhoid.
  Additionally, avoid strong soaps detergents in cleaning your affected anal area.
  
• Do not push hard during passing off bowel.
  It can cause extra strain to the Hemorrhoid which can further develop bleeding Hemorrhoid.
  
• Avoid lifting heavy objects.
  However, under unavoidable circumstances, use proper body posture and mechanics.
  This will prevent you from putting extra pressure on the lower extremities of the pelvic area.
  

Apart from the above, if you want to avoid constipation, make sure that you add fibrous food into your diet.
Take fresh vegetables and fruits that are high in fiber like legumes, beans and whole grains.
Consuming at least eight to ten glasses of water a day is a must as it helps you to avoid constipation.
Water softens your stool allowing its smooth passage.
Finally, exercise every day.
You can simply do brisk walk or go for jogging at least 30 to 45 minutes, three to four times a week, in case you do not have time for regular workout in the gym.
Exercises help in the food absorption and make your bowel movement less painful.