Don’t feel badly if you have hemorrhoids. It is common, but not many speak about it to others due to the fact it seems so personal. Most people can treat it without surgery.

One way to avoid hemorrhoids is to avoid straining your sphincter muscles and to take stool softeners if needed. If you work on a hard floor standing for hours, that can also strain your body (as well as being overly sedentary) or if you are involved in heavy lifting you may strain yourself. Another recommendation is to not stay on the toilet for long periods of time reading. If you have a desk job, try to get up once an hour for a few minutes to move and stretch. (more…)

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