>>12185367Surgery is a last resort for really serious cases. You can always go to your doctor, but unless it's a severe case (like bleeding) they will mostly tell you the same stuff.
Use hemorrhoid ointment/suppositories every 4-6 hours, especially before bed and after bowel movements. Clean the area gently before re-applying.
Wipe gently and don't force or hold bowel movements. Don't sit on the toilet any longer than you have to. Use soft TP and wet wipes, there are medicated wipes specifically for hemorrhoids. Don't flush the wet wipes.
Eat more fiber or take a fiber supplement like Metamucil. Low daily dose is usually good unless you are constipated and need more. Avoid spicy foods or anything that may give you diarrhea.
Soaking in a few inches of hot water gives temporary relief and helps to relax the area and promote healing.
Don't use a donut pillow, avoid sitting or standing for long periods. Walking is good.
It can take weeks or even months but eventually they will go away in most cases. Even when they shrink enough that you can't feel them keep up the treatment for a couple of weeks to be sure.
After you've had them once the odds of getting them again are higher, so when you do get rid of them keep up the diet and bathroom habits to help prevent them from coming back.
