I have a question about hemorrhoids, external hemorrhoids.

External and internal hemorrhoids are caused by many of the same factors. These include:

• Straining while pooping.The most common cause of external hemorrhoids is repeated straining while having a bowel movement. This is often caused by severe cases ofconstipationordiarrhea. Straining makes blood pool in the area.
• Sitting on the toilet for a long time.This can also put pressure on the tissues around your rectum and anus.
• Weakened support tissues.As you age, the tissues tend to weaken around the anus and rectum.
• Pregnancy.Pregnant peoplemay also be at an increased risk of hemorrhoids because of the increased pressure of the abdomen on these veins.
• Obesity.Having excess weight has been associated with having hemorrhoids.
• Heavy lifting.You may have a higher risk of hemorrhoids if you frequently lift heavy objects.
• Not eating enough fiber.A low fiber diet may lead to constipation, which can cause hemorrhoids.

Home remedies:

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You can use at-home treatments to help with hemorrhoids.

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Here are a few safe at-home remedies for hemorrhoids to try:

• Cold compress.Wrap ice in a cloth and apply it to the hemorrhoid for periods of no more than 15 minutes at a time. This can significantly reduce swelling and pain.
• Sitz bath.This is essentially soaking your bottom in warm water. Some people use a small tub designed to fit over your toilet, which you can fill with a couple of inches of warm water and sit in several times a day to help sooth hemorrhoids. Some people add unscented Epsom salts to the water.
• Topical ointments or wipes.Some people use ointments or soothing wipes made with naturally derived ingredients, such as witch hazel and aloe vera, to help reduce hemorrhoid swelling and pain. However, many of these products need more research on their effectiveness.
• OTC creams.Preparation H and other OTC topical medications may also help.
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Contact a healthcare professional if you’re experiencing a lot of pain, if symptoms haven’t gone away after 1 week of treatment at home, or if you’re experiencing bleeding from your rectum.