Many people suffer from hemorrhoids , which can be both internal and external and it is a very common problem involving varicose veins at the base of the rectum and anus; due to a compression these veins swell and often burst and bleed .
Apart from severe cases that require surgical intervention, there are different types of creams for both internal and external hemorrhoids and some are particularly suitable for pregnant women.
What are hemorrhoids
Contrary to what is often thought, internal and above all external hemorrhoids are a true pathology of various entities that affects two thirds of the population all over the world and in 15% of cases it becomes necessary to intervene surgically.
Hemorrhoids are cushions covered with vascular and connective tissues , contain many elastic fibers and collages and have the task of managing fecal continence and their presence around the anus is normal; they are held in place by the muscles present in the submucosa of the anus.
The haemorrhoidal disease , wrongly defined “haemorrhoids”, reveals itself in an unpleasant and even painful way with the dilation of the haemorrhoidal plexus.
Primary hemorrhoids develop in the inner lining of the rectum ; in most cases they do not give any symptoms except to be annoyingly itchy and there is also talk of internal hemorrhoids. The external ones, on the other hand, have extra-columnar pathogenesis and occur around the anus; they do not just give an annoying itchy feeling, but they burn until they become painful and in this case we are talking about secondary hemorrhoids .
The situation of haemorrhoidal plexus dilation becomes serious when the haemorrhoids prolapse from the anus causing spasm of the sphincter and edema .
It is clear that acting quickly is the best solution and in this regard, there are very effective creams on the market to combat pathologies related to hemorrhoids .
The best creams to cure hemorrhoids
Healing from the pathology affecting hemorrhoids can be speeded up using ad hoc local creams and ointments or suppositories that contain anti-inflammatory active ingredients: let’s see together what they are.
Proctosedyl rectal cream (and suppositories) Proctosedyl
Hydrocortisone Acetate rectal cream is a useful medicine for treating both internal and external hemorrhoid symptoms and is especially functional for treating inflammatory states such as in the case of itching at the height of the anus.
Proctosedyl is an anti-haemorrhoidal drug for local use based on corticosteroids with an anti-inflammatory action.
You will not need to use this medicine if:
– of allergy to one of the components or to anesthetics analogous to benzocaine and to substances containing the para group;
– If you have viral or tuberculous infections in the area to be treated.
Before using Proctosedyl it is good to:
– consult your doctor or pharmacist;
– use with care if the mucous membranes are very damaged to avoid excessive absorption of the active ingredients;
– before treating the affected area, it is good to do an antifungal or antibacterial therapy;
– do not exceed the doses and times of use.
Preparation H
ointment Preparation H ointment is functional to treat both external and internal hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Inside the drug there is cell extract of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, which is an antihemorrhoidal yeast for topical use known and used for a very long time.
Preparation H is a medicine, therefore before using it it is good to check that you are not allergic to its active ingredients and components.
It is always better to hear the doctor’s or pharmacist’s opinion before use and to avoid the application for prolonged periods and in case of pregnancy or planning of the same, although basically it is indicated for pregnant women; it is advisable to stop treatment if the disorder persists or bleeding occurs.
Proctolyn rectal
cream Proctolyn rectal cream is a drug used for the treatment of hemorrhoids composed of a gluco-corticoid, known as fluocinolone acetonide, which acts by making the treated area less sensitive.
To be precise, Proctolyn is very useful for treating internal and external hemorrhoids, anal and perianal erythema and burning, anal fissures, eczema and to treat the part both before and after an anorectal surgery.
The cream suitable for treating hemorrhoids in pregnancy
As we have mentioned, hemorrhoids are a problem that affects many people, in particular, however, they are a typical discomfort of pregnant women . In fact, when pregnant, hormonal changes occur that affect the muscles at the base of the rectum, but also factors such as constipation typical of this period and the weight of the fetus.
A pregnant woman must be particularly careful and before taking any drug, even for topical use, she must consult her gynecologist.
There are some antihemorrhoid creams suitable for pregnant women, let’s see them together.
Anonet Plus
A cream suitable for treating the anal and perianal area when the presence of hemorrhoids and fissures occurs, when it is intended to prevent potential injuries and to give relief in case of burning and itching, is Anonet Plus.
It is an emollient cream useful for relieving the anal and perianal area, to be applied topically in order to manage fissures and hemorrhoids, thanks to the presence of active ingredients and natural extracts.
Inside Anonet Plus there are:
– zinc oxide to protect, repair and soothe;
– rice starch to soothe, soften and counteract redness;
– sweet almond oil as an emollient;
– cod liver oil with a calming, balsamic and decongestant action;
– horse chestnut as a vasotonic and soothing agent;
– aloe vera to soothe and moisturize;
– potassium glycyrrhizinate with balsamic and anti-inflammatory action.
Both Preparation H and Anonet Plus are two antihemorrhoids particularly suitable for pregnant women
