External Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoid relief may seem like something you just can’t achieve, especially on the job. Whether you have a job where you have to sit all day or one where you have to be on your feet all day, there are things you can do naturally on the job, to make yourself more comfortable and relieve some of the pain, itching, burning, and swelling that comes from the hemorrhoids.

If you sit on the job:

If you have desk job or another job that requires you to be sitting most of the time, there are some simple things you can do to make yourself more likely to heal from external hemorrhoids.

You could bring a soft pillow or something called a ‘donut’ (which is specially made for people with hemorrhoids) to sit on while working. This would offer you a break from a hard surface and take some of the pressure off your bottom.

You should also try to shift or fidget a lot while working; this will make sure that you aren’t in one position too long, and it will also help increase the circulation down there.

You could also bring a witch hazel pad to work with you and apply it gently when you go to the restroom. The soothing coolness may help you deal with sitting some more. Another option is to apply some aloe vera gel to the area. When you use the restroom, wipe gently and with a moist towel if possible, this will help heal by soothing and not being as rough as dry toilet paper would be.

When you can, you should also stand and walk around a little. Getting yourself moving will help relieve some of the pain and swelling, and increase your circulation.

If you stand on the job:

If you have a job that requires you to stand, there are some things you can do to help your hemorrhoids feel better while you work.

When you are working, rather than stand firm in one position, make sure you shift a lot. This will help relieve any pressure on your rectum and help with the circulation. You can shift your weight from one leg to the other or just adjust yourself every once in a while. The point is that you shouldn’t stay in one position and put all your weight on one leg all the time.

When you get a break, take the opportunity to sit with your feet up. This will help you take the pressure off that area, and offer relief to your bottom.

If possible, use the bathroom when you feel the need. Wipe with a moist towel, rather than use the dry, rough, toilet paper. You may also use something soothing while at work, such as witch hazel pads or aloe vera.

Whatever your job, taking the steps to help yourself be more comfortable may be the first step to an external hemorrhoid remedy that works naturally.