Because there are no warning signs with hemorrhoids, many people are unaware of the condition, and by the time they start experiencing a burning sensation, itching, and/or stools speckled with blood, they already have hemorrhoids. Even though there are so many jokes in circulation regarding hemorrhoids, it isn’t really a laughing matter. In fact, it’s a serious medical condition which requires urgent treatment or else sufferers run the risk of infection as well as a number of other medical problems. The bottom line is; it’s in your own best interest to know how to stop bleeding hemorrhoids.

When the veins in the rectum and anus become inflamed, it results in hemorrhoids. The veins in question are located inside the anus as well as just below the skin in the area surrounding the anus. As many people can bear witness to, external hemorrhoids can be excruciating.

Excessive wiping of the area will often result in bleeding and to stop bleeding, there are three highly recommended herbal remedies. Horse Chestnut, Centella, and Horsetail are all capable of stopping bleeding hemorrhoids although they should not be taken by a woman while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Both Centella and Centella Asiatica grow in abundance throughout the year in Asia and some parts of Australia. This small leafy plant contains antiviral and antibacterial properties just as Pennywort does. Centella extract is frequently consumed as a tea in order to provide hemorrhoids sufferers relief from pain and also to reduce inflammation. It is also known to improve circulation and strengthen your veins

Horse Chestnut on the other hand is well known for being effective in treating vein problems, including varicose veins. Furthermore, extract from the seeds have long since been used for its soothing affect on inflammation caused by hemorrhoids. Sufferers should however bear in mind that it’s not advisable to make your own remedy. In its raw form, horse chestnut contains a substance known as esculin which is detrimental to your red blood cells. With commercial remedies, the seeds are pulverized and then boiled repeatedly with numerous water changes in between.

Horsetail, also known as bottlebrush can help stop bleeding hemorrhoids and soothes inflammation. This is taken as a tea drink or dabbed on the affected area as a tincture. People prefer to take this treatment in tea form because it is convenient.

Another option which is available to sufferers is for them to drink a glass of water after each meal with two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar added in. This will help to reduce pain and itching, and if you choose to use it on a regular basis, you’ll also find your digestive system starts to improve and movement problems are prevented.

Witch Hazel has been used to treat varicose veins and hemorrhoids. This can be bought over-the-counter in several preparations such as lotions, suppositories and hemorrhoidal pads. As a cream, it is applied to the swollen hemorrhoid, as a pad it cushions the hemorrhoid while treating it. Witch hazel can be used internally but not in the alcohol preparation available in drug stores.

Before taking any treatment, have yourself evaluated by a doctor. This is important because you may have other pre-existing condition that would worsen if you are taking medications that would have serious side effects if taken with the herbal treatments. However, if you are not pregnant or nursing, and don’t have any medical problems, you can use these treatments to stop bleeding hemorrhoids.