To help relieve the swelling and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids, perform a warm Sitz bath with Epsom salt. Epsom salt contains magnesium, a mineral that promotes general well being and proper functioning of the body’s systems. Magnesium supplements are also used to treat constipation as it helps soften the stool by bringing more liquid to it. The stool can easily pass through the anus without straining and prevents the occurrence of hemorrhoids.
How Do You Perform A Warm Sitz Bath With Epsom Salt for Hemorrhoid treatment?
You may use your bathtub, shallow pail with large opening or commercial plastic Sitz bath for this procedure. Fill you bath with about six inches of warm water and add a cup of Epsom salt on the water. Stir the Epsom salt in the water with your hands to ensure that it mixes properly with the water. If you are using a bathtub, ease your way into the water and sit with your knees raised to ensure that the anus is exposed really well on the warm bath. This should relieve the pain and soothe the discomfort and irritation brought about by your hemorrhoids.
You can continue your Sitz bath for 30 minutes per session. You can perform your warm Sitz bath in the morning before leaving for work and in the evening before going to bed. During weekends, you can do it 3 times a day or as the need arises.
Performing a Sitz bath helps keep the affected area clean which prevents infection. The heat from the warm Sitz bath promotes better blood circulation and stimulates healing of the inflamed tissues. The Epsom salt also promotes healing and soothes the pain and irritation due to hemorrhoids.
It is important to keep the affected area dry after performing a Sitz bath. Moisture in the affected area can cause itching and promote bacteria buildup that can lead to infection. You can use a clean, soft cloth to pat the area dry or you can use a hair dryer on a low setting to dry it. If you don’t have a hair dryer, just air dry the infected area after cleaning it.
You can also perform a warm Epsom salt compress by mixing two cups of Epsom salt in a gallon of warm water. Soak a clean wash cloth on the mixture and apply on the affected area for at least 10 to 15 minutes. You can perform the hot compress several times daily to relieve your symptoms of hemorrhoids.
Cleanliness plays a very vital role in the treatment of hemorrhoids. Every time you make a bowel movement, clean the hemorrhoid area with witch hazel wipes or scent-free baby wipes to prevent infection. Remember to keep the area dry at all times to prevent irritation and itching.
A warm Epsom Salt Hemorrhoids bath also helps relieve your body of stress and reduces the pain and bleeding associated with hemorrhoids. If you experience any allergic reactions after an Epsom salt bath, discontinue use right away and consult your doctor.
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