First off—stick to the rule of not eating anything for at least half an hour after taking the pill. Don't go expecting to see any major results the second you swallow it; most likely, you’ll finish the whole course without feeling much of an improvement. Of course, that depends on what kind of hemorrhoids we're talking about—external or internal, whether they're bleeding, and just how inflamed they actually are. Personally, mine were incredibly, painfully inflamed and would bleed from time to time.
Second—there's this tea called Hemoran (you can find it at the Walmart in Dubrava right by the entrance, it's there $22 but it stays in stock for almost
months). What I've gathered from drinking this stuff (and I don't plan on stopping) is that it softens your stool—you'll notice that after just three cups. Also, yeah, you need to take this on an empty stomach too. During those fourteen days while you're on Pilex, do this: first thing when you wake up, take the Pilex, then wait about half an hour after the tea has steeped, and drink the tea. I made sure to leave a thirty-minute gap between the tea and my first meal. I used to be one of those people who couldn't function without eating something immediately, but since it's only for fourteen days, you'll survive—plus, it's better if you eat less anyway. Another thing this tea does is kill your appetite (at least for me), and thirdly, I used to be the type who would get a massive headache if I missed a meal; ever since I started this tea, I can handle being hungry for long stretches without that happening.
Third—dietary changes. Say goodbye to sandwiches (obviously, one sandwich won't kill you in ten days, but if you're used to having them every single day for lunch or a snack, forget it), BBQ (say goodbye to grilled meat, sausages, or kebabs—though grilled fish or veggies like squash and peppers are fine), and honestly, just say goodbye to all of it. Mayonnaise, cream, margarine, any greasy food—gone. Anything made with white flour—pancakes, pizza, bread, pastries—goodbye. Foods that cause bloating? Goodbye (don't be afraid of beans; there are varieties that don't bloat you if you cook them with cumin). Not to list everything that's considered "tasty," but just say goodbye.
Say hello to things you'll "make" tasty simply by learning to love them because they stop your misery. Spoon-based meals (please don't try to eat grilled kebabs with a spoon)—soups, stews. If you can, bake your own bread using rye or multi-grain flour. To me, a multi-grain pizza tastes better than the "normal" kind now; if you want to try it, let me know and we can swap recipes. Buy some oatmeal or
something similar with high fiber; even if they aren't delicious, think of them as internal cleaners rather than actual food. Porridge or cornmeal are also natural cleansers (just not for those with gluten issues). If you were a chocolate addict, switch to dark baking chocolate, but only in tiny amounts if you absolutely have to. You must eat at least one apple every single day (not after a meal, but right before). Drink plenty of various liquids (nothing carbonated, no sugary sodas, and definitely no alcohol—say goodbye to that). If you have nothing better, stick to pure water (since water makes up 70% of our bodies—imagine putting junk into water instead of renewing it). If you have the option, eating freshly cooked food is best; if you get home late from work, yesterday's leftovers are fine (things like beans or soups are better if you re-boil them). If you drink coffee, go for something like Nescafé with water; if you use milk, use very little. There's something called chicory which tastes great and is healthy
because it contains fiber. If you eat semi-white bread (avoid pure white), always slice it and let it sit until it dries out; white flour drives you to the bathroom, but dried bread doesn't. And obviously, eat only what you need, not what you can or want to (think about it: you wouldn't try to pump more fuel into a
car than the tank holds). The older you get, the less you should eat, but the higher the quality should be.
Fourth—hygiene. Go to the bathroom regularly, but try not to go more than once a day; once a day is ideal. Likewise,
make it a point to go after work or later in the shift if you're on the morning crew. Ideally, you want to hold it as long as possible if you still have tasks to complete after you've gone. That said, if you have to go, go—don't try to force it manually (that's not good), but aim to have it happen later in the day, as significant activity after a bowel movement when the muscles...
Being irritated isn't helping—try to get all your chores done before you even think about using the bathroom. Honestly, it’s best not to do anything immediately after either; just wait it out. As time passes, you'll find you can manage. In the beginning, this approach might actually help you eat less (given the current economic crisis, I doubt that'll be much of an issue). Once you've finished, lie down horizontally for at least 15 minutes to just relax. Regarding hygiene—for those who have the option—it's best to avoid paper altogether (if that grosses you out, there are various hygienic wipes available, which is generally recommended for everyone anyway). If you absolutely must use paper, just gently wipe away what you need to. You must wash with plain water—none of those
types of soaps or cleaning agents. Use lukewarm water, not hot and not cold. While the water is rinsing you off, it’s also good to pat dry with wet wipes (not strictly necessary later on, but it helps), but remember: WASHING IS MANDATORY. If you try to skip that, don't bother. Also, don't forget to scrub your hands and under your fingernails with a brush after using the restroom. Because of all this, it would be best to use the restroom
at home.
Fifth—don't lift anything heavy. Don't strain yourself anywhere that requires using your pelvic floor muscles (and let's face it, we use those damn muscles for almost everything), but learn to control it. Exercise, sure, but also do exercises where you aren't putting pressure on those areas—there are plenty of
worry-free exercises out there. Wave your arms around, ride a bike, walk, mow the lawn (not with that riding mower where you sit down, obviously)—anything just to get your circulation moving. Remember, you have to address the root cause that led to the inflammation and act in a way that prevents it from coming back once you're feeling better.
Sixth—it's easier said than done, but at least try. Don't stress out, because if you really think about it, what is all this stuff going to matter when you're gone? None of us is taking our houses, cars, shoes, or whatever else to the afterlife. Nobody regrets not finishing a renovation or not
digging a pool; we all regret not spending more time socializing and enjoying life, even when things were tough, instead of complaining when it's finally time to leave this place.
Seventh—for those who believe in God in one way or another, regardless of their specific faith, or those who simply believe there is *something* out there: don't sit around waiting for God to do everything for you. He won't do anything for you if you don't take action yourself, for the simple reason that He gave you free will and respects you enough not to interfere in your life unless you want Him to (that old saying "God helps those who help themselves" exists for a reason, and "seek and you shall find"...). Rest assured, if you ask for help with what you're doing, you'll get it sooner or later. Don't despair if it isn't immediate; He has a lot on His plate, and besides, help often comes from the strangest places when you least expect it.
Eighth—there are tablets called Venotrex (which, by the way, I haven't tried in combination with the stuff mentioned above), but I will CERTAINLY ask my doctor or pharmacist before trying them to see if they can be combined with Pilex
(please, don't go playing chemist on your own or you might end up making things worse).
Conclusion—draw your own conclusions, but I'll just add this: you didn't create hemorrhoids in three days, so don't expect them to vanish in that same timeframe. Sure, you'll get rid of them faster than they appeared, but it still takes time. Also, this doesn't necessarily mean what I've written will work for you, though I certainly hope it does. Thanks for reading.
