Hemorrhoid Relief Blog

369 expert articles on hemorrhoid treatment, prevention, and digestive health.

Castor Oil for Hemorrhoids: Does This Folk Remedy Work?
Medical Team Review 2026-04-09 • 7 min

Castor Oil for Hemorrhoids: Does This Folk Remedy Work?

Does castor oil help hemorrhoids? We examine the evidence behind ricinoleic acid, how to apply it safely, side effects, ...

Diaper Rash Cream for Hemorrhoids: Does Desitin Actually Work?
Medical Team Review 2026-04-09 • 9 min

Diaper Rash Cream for Hemorrhoids: Does Desitin Actually Work?

Can adults use Desitin or diaper rash cream on hemorrhoids? What the zinc oxide does, what it won’t fix, and a better op...

Diagnosing Hemorrhoids: Anoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, & Colonoscopy Explained
Medical Team Review 2024-08-23 • 5 min

Diagnosing Hemorrhoids: Anoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, & Colonoscopy Explained

Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus. They can be internal, located inside the rectum, or external...

Clinically Tested Ingredients for Hemorrhoid Treatment
Medical Team Review 2024-08-22 • 5 min

Clinically Tested Ingredients for Hemorrhoid Treatment

Hemorrhoids, often referred to as piles, are swollen veins located in the lower rectum and anus, causing discomfort, itc...

Do Hemorrhoids Cause Abdominal Cramping
Medical Team Review 2024-07-28 • 4 min

Do Hemorrhoids Cause Abdominal Cramping

Hemorrhoids are a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing discomfort and pain in the anal ar...

Can Spicy Food Trigger Hemorrhoids?
Medical Team Review 2024-07-25 • 4 min

Can Spicy Food Trigger Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are a common yet often uncomfortable condition affecting many people worldwide. They can cause pain, itching...

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Treating Hemorrhoids
Medical Team Review 2024-07-23 • 5 min

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Treating Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids, those uncomfortable swellings in and around the anus, can significantly impact your daily life. While often...

Surgical Options for Severe Hemorrhoids
Medical Team Review 2024-07-23 • 5 min

Surgical Options for Severe Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids, commonly referred to as piles, are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus. They can cause discomfort, p...

Can Piles Itch?
Medical Team Review 2024-06-11 • 3 min

Can Piles Itch?

Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, can be a source of frustration, especially when they cause itching. This common sympto...

Can Stress Cause Hemorrhoids?
Medical Team Review 2024-06-11 • 5 min

Can Stress Cause Hemorrhoids?

How stress can cause hemorrhoids, their symptoms, and effective prevention tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Cold Compress for Hemorrhoids Review
Medical Team Review 2023-09-11 • 3 min

Cold Compress for Hemorrhoids Review

Does a cold compress help hemorrhoids? How cold therapy eases swelling and pain, how to apply it safely, and where its l...

Can Prostatitis Cause Hemorrhoids?
Medical Team Review 2023-09-08 • 2 min

Can Prostatitis Cause Hemorrhoids?

Can prostatitis cause hemorrhoids? How the two conditions overlap, whether one leads to the other, shared risk factors, ...

Can High Blood Pressure Cause Hemorrhoids?
Medical Team Review 2023-09-07 • 2 min

Can High Blood Pressure Cause Hemorrhoids?

High blood pressure (hypertension) and hemorrhoids are two common health conditions that many adults encounter. However,...

Do Hemorrhoids Feel Like Crawling?
Medical Team Review 2023-09-07 • 2 min

Do Hemorrhoids Feel Like Crawling?

Why hemorrhoids can feel like crawling or tingling, what that sensation means, how it links to prolapse and itch, and ho...

Anal Sex With Hemorrhoids or Fissures: Is It Safe? (2026)
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 4 min

Anal Sex With Hemorrhoids or Fissures: Is It Safe? (2026)

Can you have anal sex with hemorrhoids or a fissure? The real risks, how to reduce pain and bleeding, and when to wait f...

Castor Oil for Hemorrhoids: Can it Help Relieve Pain?
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 5 min

Castor Oil for Hemorrhoids: Can it Help Relieve Pain?

Castor oil boasts powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, which means it works well to combat hemorrho...

Chronic Constipation: How It Affects Your Body
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 4 min

Chronic Constipation: How It Affects Your Body

Do you suffer from chronic constipation? Worried about how it may be affecting your body? Read to find out more.

Colorectal Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 4 min

Colorectal Cancer Signs and Symptoms

Do you know what colorectal cancer is? This article highlights the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer.

Common and Rare Symptoms of Hemorrhoids
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 4 min

Common and Rare Symptoms of Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids affect about 1 in 20 Americans each year and are common in both men and women. Learn about the common and ra...

Could Fasting Help With Hemorrhoids? What to Know
Medical Team Review 2022-03-11 • 5 min

Could Fasting Help With Hemorrhoids? What to Know

Can fasting help with hemorrhoids? What the evidence says about intermittent fasting, digestion, and symptoms, plus what...