Pregnancy Hemroids

Pregnancy Hemroids

(Pregnancy Hemorrhoids)

Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

In a recent article of gynecological studies it is estimated that over 50% of pregnant women will suffer from hemroids at some point during their pregnancy.  Here we will discuss more about the symptoms of hemroids and the causes and treatments available for pregnancy hemroids.

If you have already experienced the symptoms and growth of pregnancy hemroids, there are several things you can do to keep them from getting worse. In most cases after the delivery of your baby, the pregnancy hemroids will disapate on their own.  However, it is important to  keep the affected area clean as possible, and at the same time be gentle and avoid rubbing the hemroids — avoid irratating them with frequent rubbing.

One thing you can do is to use medicated hemroid pads or moist wipes in order to clean up after a bowel movement.  Try not to use toilet paper as it is too rough for this sensitive medical condition.

The Cause of Pregnancy Hemroids

One of the most common causes of pregnancy hemroids is the constipation caused by hormonal differences in pregnant women.  Many women (and even non-pregnant male counterparts) use too much strain when using the restroom for a bowel movement.  This extra strain puts too much presssure on the rectum, causing the pregnancy hemroids.

Another cause of pregnancy hemroids is the extra weight gained during pregnancy, and the weight and baby puts strain on the internal organs. The baby and weight can also increase the blood pressure of the anus veins around the rectum.

Finally, many women develop after-birth hemroids.  These most likely occur because of the strain used during delivery of the baby.

Preventing Pregnancy Hemroids

To prevent getting pregnancy hemroids (or at least reduce the possiblity of getting them) try some of the following.  Always take measures to avoid constipation.  Ask your doctor if it is okay to take a stool softener while you are pregnant.  If you are constipated, do something immediately to get the releif needed.  One way to help in this area that is safe and does not require a doctor’s prescription and safe for your unborn baby, drink a lot of water — drink 8 to 10 glasses of water every day.  You can also increase the fiber in your diet.  Talk to your doctor about adding a fiber supplement as well.

One area that will help you with your overall health during pregnancy is regular exercise.  This can also help prevent or aid with your constipation.  As with all recommendations, Before making any major changes regarding an exercise plan, your diet, or taking any suppliments, always check with your doctor or other health care professional first.

Pregnancy hemroids are a fairly common for women, but they can be treated with non-prescreption, natural treatments that do not put you or your unborn baby at risk.  For more information, click here for information on a natural hemorrhoids cure that can help you through your pregnancy hemroids.