A pregnancy can be a source of great joy, but it is also a time when a woman’s body is put under stress and goes through a number of interesting changes. Some of these changes can manifest themselves in unpleasant ways like acne breakouts and hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids are Common During Pregnancy
Hemorrhoids are a common ailment during pregnancy; they stem from the pressure exerted by the fetus and hormonal changes. According to the NIH, “25% to 35% of pregnant women” suffer from hemorrhoids and “up to 85% of pregnancies are affected by hemorrhoids in the third trimester.” If this is you, you’re in good company, but you may be asking how you can get relief from your painful hemorrhoid symptoms.
Hemorrhoids Typically Subside Post Pregnancy
The good news is some women find their hemorrhoids clear up on their own after they deliver. In the mean time, you may find temporary relief from the pain and swelling of hemorrhoids by soaking in a warm bath. Topical creams aren’t likely to hurt, but they can’t treat source of a hemorrhoid. Have Persistent Hemorrhoids? Consider Seeing a Specialist
If your hemorrhoids didn’t clear up after the birth of your child, you should consider seeing a specialist to devise a treatment plan. In most cases, hemorrhoid treatment doesn’t require painful surgery and in any case you certainly don’t benefit from letting the problem persist; it will only get worse. There are non-surgical treatments, such as Infrared Coagulation, which are very effective. Infrared Coagulation uses a small probe that exposes the vein above the hemorrhoid to short bursts of warm light, causing the hemorrhoid to shrink and recede. It requires no anesthesia, cutting, or stitches. It is gentle and painless, is typically performed in a doctor’s office and requires no recovery time.
If you continue to suffer with hemorrhoids, give Premier Hemorrhoid Treatment Center a call today at (865) 588-9952 to schedule a consultation. We are the only dedicated hemorrhoid treatment center in Knoxville and specialize in the latest non-surgical treatments to provide quick, lasting relief from hemorrhoids.