Hemorrhoids after childbirth

With the advent of toddler life is filled with special meaning. But it is not uncommon for life after childbirth to be overshadowed by a rather intimate problem - hemorrhoids. Symptoms of hemorrhoids immediately after childbirth are very common. The first signs can appear during the carrying of a baby, as a result of the processes taking place in the body of the expectant mother.

Why does hemorrhoids appear after childbirth

Hemorrhoids are enlargement and inflammation of the veins of the rectum. Often, the first signs of this ailment are detected already during pregnancy.

Consider the main causes of the onset of the disease:

1. Persistent constipation. With constipation, there is a high probability of damage to the walls of the rectum, as well as an increase in pressure on it and the appearance of so-called nodes. The following processes take place: tension of hemorrhoidal veins when visiting the toilet, and because stool is harder during constipation, it can irritate swollen veins. Frequent constipation during pregnancy is caused by intestinal problems.
2. Lack of physical activity. Physical inactivity affects blood circulation. It will become stagnant, this will affect clogging of the veins and contribute to the appearance of lumps in the rectum.
3. Change in blood circulation in the lower part. The rapidly enlarging uterus presses on the vena cava, and this causes a state of stagnation of blood in the veins of the rectum.
4. Increased intra-abdominal pressure. Due to the huge overstrain of the anal area during labor and attempts to give birth, there is also a risk of getting this ailment.

Hemorrhoids after childbirth: symptoms

Often, the signs make themselves felt in the hospital. The accumulation of feces in the intestines is a consequence of constipation, in addition, the stagnation of blood in the pelvic region increases. Thus, the existing nodes become even larger and swell.

Here are the most characteristic signs of hemorrhoids:

• Heaviness in the anal area;
• Unpleasant sensations, burning, itching;
• Feeling of something foreign;
• Pain when using the toilet;
• Bleeding;

Hemorrhoids are of 2 types: internal and external. The first is characterized by inflammation of the nodes from the inside, the second is characterized by the prolapse of nodes to the surface, which may be due to difficult childbirth.

How to treat hemorrhoids after childbirth

Most importantly, do not delay visiting a specialist if you feel the first symptoms of the disease. Only a qualified specialist will determine the drugs you need. Do not forget that during the period breastfeeding, Many medications can have a detrimental effect on the development of the baby, therefore, only a doctor can be entrusted with the selection of drugs.

After childbirth, the choice of medication must be carefully approached. The priority should be drugs, the active substances of which will not be absorbed in the mother's blood. Most effective drugs contain hormones, which is absolutely unacceptable for women who have given birth to a child.

There are several treatments for hemorrhoids:

• Medications. The priority is for preparations containing natural ingredients. They are quite powerful and can be used during breastfeeding. Due to the fact that almost all medications during this period are not recommended for use, candles and ointments are considered the most optimal.
• Compliance diet... In addition to using medicines, it is important to follow a diet: eat foods high in fiber. Vegetables and fruits must always be present on your table. Fiber helps to strengthen intestinal motility.
• Physical activity. Long walks and a set of exercises directly at home, contribute to the elimination of blood stagnation in the pelvic organs, thereby eliminating the cause of the disease.
• Hygiene. Rinsing with cool water can help relieve discomfort and inflammation. Use soft toilet paper.

Home treatment for hemorrhoids

If we take into account the fact that it is forbidden to take into service most of the medicines during pregnancy, the fairer sex often turn to traditional medicine. Especially popular were and remain: baths, lotions, enemas.

In folk medicine, you can safely resort to the following components:

1. Sea buckthorn oil. Often used in the presence of cracks and knots. There are candles on sale that are absolutely safe during breastfeeding.
2. Tampons and sitz baths. Most often, decoctions from medicinal herbs, such as oak bark, for example, chamomile, calendula, linden, are used, as well as onion husks. Lotions are effective for pain. A decoction of horsetail and thorn leaves have an effective effect.
3. Enemas. Enemas are effective in relieving symptoms and are effective in relieving constipation. To prepare an enema, they usually take boiled water or a decoction of herbs. But this method can only be used by women who have given birth, because it is not recommended for pregnant women to do enemas.