“I’ve had internal and external hemorrhoids for about 20 years now. They flare up about once a month, and when they do, I’m afraid to go out. It’s very painful and sometimes there’s blood, so I’d just rather stay home. I’m embarrassed for having hemorrhoids, so I have to make up excuses when I don’t join my buddies for a game or a bite to eat. A few years ago, my symptoms got so bad I finally had to talk to my doctor. He told me about Preparation H, and it was a game-changer.”
“By taking care of myself and using Preparation H throughout the day, I’ve seen a big difference in my symptoms. During the day, I use Preparation H Multi-Symptom Pain Relief Cream (sometimes up to 4x a day). At night, I use Preparation H Suppositories to help both my internal and external hemorrhoid symptoms. If I need even more relief, I find that an ice pack can help swelling go down. I also know that dry toilet paper can irritate the area, so I use Preparation H Medicated Wipes to keep things clean.”
Moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking 20 to 30 minutes a day, can stimulate bowel function* as well as enhance blood flow and muscle tone. Other beneficial cardio activities include running, swimming and aerobics. Read more
* Harvard Health Publications. Hemorrhoids and what to do about them. Harvard Women’s Health Watch, 2004.
Q: How can I reduce the risk of a flare up?
A: You can reduce the risk of flare-ups by following a high-fiber diet, exercising and not causing extra strain while sitting or standing. For more suggestions on reducing the risk of flare-ups, see Learn More