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If you have this condition that affects about one half of the people before they reach the age of 50 you will ask, ‘How long do hemorrhoid flare ups last?’ The Mayo Clinic describes hemorrhoids as swollen veins or veins found in the rectum and anus. Hemorrhoids are also called piles and some symptoms are burning and itching in the anal area. You may experience some bleeding when you have a bowel movement. You may experience pain when pressure or clothing irritates the sensitive inflamed area. The cause of the discomfort can be from diarrhea, constipation, and pressure on the anal area.

If the cause of your piles are pregnancy or obesity, ‘How long do hemorrhoid flare ups last?’ can be answered, ‘As long as the pressure causing the disorder exists.’ If you are pregnant and the weight of the baby is putting pressure on the area you may not experience more episodes after you deliver the baby. If you are obese you may have the episodes until you have lost enough weight to take the pressure off the anal area for the extra weight. You can try several home remedies and some of the over the counter (OTC) ointments that are specially formulated to relieve the symptoms of this condition.

You may be able to decrease how long hemorrhoid flare ups last by treating the area as soon as you notice the symptoms. You can soak in a hot bath for several times a day for up to 15 minutes at a time. This will clean the area and soothe the inflammation and reduce swelling. The Mayo Clinic says that you should not put soaps and other chemicals in the water because they may further aggravate the condition. Castile soap is a good choice because it contains herbal substances that promote healing. Oil of olives, almonds, peppermint, tea tree, and eucalyptus are all good for treating the area. Dry the area completely before you put on clothing.

Another herbal treatment is witch hazel that is soaked into a cloth and applied to the area to decrease inflammation and bleeding. This substance has astringents in it that cause the blood vessels to contract. You can apply to the area several times a day. You can buy an OTC ointment with this ingredient and apply according to the label directions. Aloe Vera is an herbal remedy to soothe the burning of the piles. You can apply several times a day, as needed. Butcher’s Broom is available in an ointment or pill form and can be used for treatment.
Chamomile ointment can be applied several times a day or you can make a tea of chamomile and apply cotton balls that were soaked in the tea to the swollen tissues. Psyllium is a fiber supplement that will help soften stools. This will relieve the pressure on the anal canal because the stool will be softer. Herbal Remedies Info is a good resource and says that other remedies include dandelion, Calendula, horsetail and horse chestnut.

You may have to seek medical treatment if you symptoms are severe. The Mayo Clinic recommends using hemorrhoid creams, hydrocortisone suppositories, or witch hazel to numb the area. You can take a mild pain reliever such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin. The Mayo Clinic says that you should not use the OTCs for longer than one week unless your doctor prescribed them to you.

Not all OTC ointments and preparations will help relieve the suffering. The doctor can try several treatments such as band ligation and chemical injections to try to remove the hemorrhoids. Prevention is the best treatment and you can change your diet, exercise, lose weight, avoid straining with bowel movements, and drink water to soften your stool. Your hemorrhoid flare ups will not last long if you begin some of these treatment options as soon as you have any symptoms of developing this uncomfortable condition.