An epsom salt bath for hemorrhoids is an easy way to get a little soothing relief. Hemorrhoids can occur at any time to anyone, and having something simple on hand to soothe the unmentionable area is a great way to relieve discomfort.
What Are Hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are bumps of tissue connected to swollen veins on a person’s bottom area and near the lower rectum. It is quite common, and both men and women can get it. In America, 1 out of 20 people are suffering from hemorrhoids.
An internal hemorrhoid may be undetected for some time, causing no symptoms, but an external hemorrhoid often leads to discomfort. An external hemorrhoid may cause swelling, itching, soreness, irritation, and bleeding in the area.
Hemorrhoids, either internal or external, should be treated by a physician, but an epsom salt soak can provide temporary relief while the prescribed medication takes effect.
Remember to consult your doctor first before taking an epsom salt bath. Once you’ve got the go signal, we recommend you try our Sitz Bath Soak.
Epsom Salt To Soothe Hemorrhoids
While pregnancy and hemorrhoids are two things well acquainted with one another, hemorrhoids do not just happen to pregnant women. No matter the reason, an epsom salt bath can provide comfort.
Some of the most common causes of hemorrhoids are:
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Genes – It’s true, some people are simply more susceptible to getting hemorrhoids than others. Weaker veins in the region can become damaged more easily, leading to hemorrhoids over and over again.
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Heavy Lifting – When a person lifts something heavy, their first instinct is to hold their breath and strain their muscles. This may lead to pressure inside of the body, including in the bottom area where hemorrhoids occur.
Repeated heavy lifting over time can make a person more prone to developing hemorrhoids.
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Sitting For Long Periods – While one may think that sitting for too long puts pressure on the bottom area, this isn’t actually why sitting makes a person more prone to hemorrhoids.
When a person sits for a long time, the bottom area remains relaxed, which leads to the veins in that region filling with blood. This can lead to excess pressure within the veins, which can lead to the development of hemorrhoids.
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Diarrhea And Constipation – Those with frequent bouts of diarrhea and constipation may also be more likely to develop hemorrhoids. Both conditions place excess pressure on the bottom area, and bulging may lead to irritation and hemorrhoid development.
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Lack Of Exercise – Exercise isn’t just important to stay in shape –– it’s also important to digestion. Those who don’t exercise enough may be more likely to strain while in the bathroom, which can lead to the development of hemorrhoids.
- Poor Posture – Poor posture can lead to unnatural pressure on various areas of the body, including the bowels and bottom. This can cause hemorrhoids to develop over time.
Why Be Prepared?
Hemorrhoids don't give warnings, and they might not happen every time someone sits incorrectly, doesn't exercise, or spends a few weeks being inactive.
With a doctor's assistance, they can be treated gradually, and during that period, an individual may experience some of the uncomfortable symptoms that accompany hemorrhoid development.
Itching, soreness, and irritation can make it difficult to forget a hemorrhoid as you’re going about your day. Having a bag of our Sitz Bath Soak at hand can be a lifesaver.
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An Epsom Salt Bath For Hemorrhoids Provides Soothing Care
Epsom salt is proven to soothe the discomfort that comes with hemorrhoids. It also gives you a chance to practice excellent self-care.
Not only does a sitz bath with epsom salt relieve hemorrhoids, but it also makes you feel good overall as you take in the warm, calming water and the natural aromatherapy of your preferred sitz blend.
To take a sitz bath for hemorrhoids, you’ll first need a sitz bath or a standard bathtub. A sitz bath is a soaking vessel that attaches to the back of a standard toilet bowl, allowing you to fill the bath with warm water, dispose of it into the toilet when you’re finished soaking, and have a comfortable place to sit while you enjoy your bath.
When using a standard bathtub for a sitz bath, you’ll only need to fill the tub with a few inches of warm water. As long as you have enough water to submerge the bottom area, you have enough to enjoy a sitz bath.
The ideal sitz bath blend contains pure essential oils to envelop the senses in relaxing aromatherapy.
The base of our Sitz Bath Soak is USP Grade epsom salt, which relaxes the bottom area. Along with it are vitamin E oil to nourish, vitamin C crystals to purify, and MCT fractionated coconut oil to soothe.
Providing aromatherapy are essential oils of lavender, frankincense, geranium, niaouli, and juniper. The result is a bath that soothes hemorrhoid discomfort while wrapping your senses up in a grounding, relaxing, and invigorating aromatherapeutic blend.
While you soak, you may incorporate other soothing elements into your experience. As you enjoy your epsom salt bath for hemorrhoids, you may choose to pair the session with a facial using a mask or scrub, put on soothing music, or catch up on a book for a little extra self-care.
Your self-care ritual is your own, and it’s never “wrong” as long as it’s something that leaves you feeling comforted and rejuvenated. Shop epsom salt soaks here.
