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Curing painful hemorrhoids is typically the first thing a person will want to do, after he or she is diagnosed with them. Hemorrhoids are the painful, swollen veins found both inside the rectum and on the anus. It is thought that approximately half of all Americans will experience this indignity by their 50th birthday. There are many ways, both over the counter and by prescription, to treat hemorrhoids.

Much of the time, it is possible to treat the symptoms using a home hemorrhoid treatment. This may be done using an over the counter medication, or through the use of home remedies. Anything that will reduce the swelling of the affected area may reduce or eliminate the pain.

There are both OTC suppositories and creams available to treat this unfortunate problem. One should be sure to check the ingredients in each product. It would be quite possible to accidentally to use too much of the same ingredient and risk making the problem worse. If blood is present in the stool, or on the anus after defecation, medical attention should be sought. These creams are intended for external use only.

Natural ways that are commonly used to treat this painful predicament involve the use of Epsom salt, as well as ice packs. Epsom salts can be used to soak in, and ice packs should be used for no more than 15 minutes per session. Witch hazel, applied directly to the surface of the hemorrhoid, may also help with the pain and irritation.