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Hemorrhoids are a painful subject it is true. There is nothing more embarrassing than having to schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss possible hemorrhoid treatments and the entire time you waiting in pain and agony.

Hemorrhoids are caused by many things such as constipation, medication, mild food allergies to products such as milk and cheese; they can even be caused by sitting too long. Truthfully it does not matter what causes them in each individual person the biggest problem seems to be alleviating the discomfort that they cause because you have them.

Witch hazel a very popular remedy for many things because of its astringent properties has been used for hundreds of years medicinally. Witch hazel has been used to treat many things from tumors to insect bites and yes even hemorrhoids. There are several over the counter hemorrhoid creams that contain a small amount of witch hazel on the market. However witch hazel can be used alone in the treatment of hemorrhoids.

The treatment of hemorrhoids using witch hazel alone is an all natural hemorrhoid treatment that is practical and cost efficient. When treating hemorrhoids with witch hazel all you need to do is apply the witch hazel to cotton balls or even sterile gauze and then apply to the affected area. Soon after this is finished you will notice a nearly immediate relief as a cool sensation helps to sooth the inflamed area. You can use this method as many times as needed without the stress of unwanted side effects. Although this method is a natural hemorriod treatment and will help, you should visit your doctor before hand if you are taking other medications or have any medical conditions because there is always a chance your medication or illness can be effected by the absorption of witch hazel or any other natural remedy through the skin.

Posted on March 5th, 2010 by admin
Filed under: Health