What to do if you have hemorrhoid pain during pregnancy?

Female friends often suffer from some diseases when they are pregnant, such as hemorrhoids. If they are not treated for a long time, it will not only cause discomfort to me, but may also affect the health of the fetus. It is best to treat it as soon as possible through some relatively safe and effective methods. The following editor will introduce how women should treat hemorrhoids during pregnancy.

Experts say that pregnant women usually experience constipation between the 28th and 36th weeks of pregnancy, which causes local varicose veins and the formation of hemorrhoids. The greater the number of pregnancies, the higher the incidence of hemorrhoids. Symptoms of hemorrhoids include blood on the surface of the stool or blood dripping from the anus after defecation. In severe cases, blood may spurt out. Internal hemorrhoids usually only cause a feeling of heaviness and distension. Some may protrude from the anus during bowel movements and then recover on their own after bowel movements. If it cannot recover, it may cause edema and pain. External hemorrhoids will swell and itch. When they become inflamed or thrombosed, they will cause severe pain, difficulty walking, and restlessness.

Frequent and repeated hemorrhoidal bleeding can cause anemia, making pregnant women feel dizzy, short of breath, tired, and weak, and the health of pregnant women will naturally affect the development of the fetus. So, what should pregnant women do if they have hemorrhoids? Experts say that most doctors believe that pregnant women should not undergo hemorrhoid surgery, but if the symptoms are severe and have a serious impact on the pregnant woman and the fetus, necessary surgical treatment is required. Generally speaking, after giving birth, the intra-abdominal pressure of pregnant women decreases, venous return obstruction is relieved, and hemorrhoids can shrink on their own three or four months after delivery. Therefore, non-surgical treatment is the main treatment. But please note that many hemorrhoid medicines have an impact on the fetus. Be sure to consult a specialist before use and choose the medicine carefully. Be careful not to use attacking drugs such as Glauber's salt, rhubarb, senna, etc. to avoid causing miscarriage.

How to prevent hemorrhoids during pregnancy?

For hemorrhoids during pregnancy, prevention is more important than treatment. Pregnant women should start by adjusting their diet, paying attention to their living habits, and exercising appropriately.

1. Avoid eating spicy foods, such as pepper, Sichuan pepper, mustard, onion, garlic, etc., eat less fried foods, and do not drink alcohol. You can eat more vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber, such as leek, celery, loofah, cabbage, spinach, apples, bananas, peaches, pears, dragon fruit, etc. When constipation occurs, you can eat foods containing plant oils, such as sesame seeds, walnuts, etc., to increase intestinal motility, and remember to drink plenty of water.

2. Avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time, and develop a habit of regular bowel movements every morning. Do not hold back when you feel the urge. If internal hemorrhoids prolapse after defecation, they should be pushed back in time and slowly.

Female friends should do some appropriate exercises during pregnancy, such as prenatal gymnastics, prenatal yoga, slow walking, etc., which can promote the body's metabolism to a certain extent and alleviate the possibility of hemorrhoids caused by constipation. You can also do moderate anal exercises every day, which will be beneficial for enhancing the contraction ability of the rectum and sphincter.