Piles During Pregnancy

see also Piles

Varicose veins in the rectum and around the anus are related to constipation and pressure of the uterus on the veins of the pelvis (see Constipation During Pregnancy, Cardiovascular Problems During Pregnancy).

Specific remedies to be taken 4 times daily for up to 7 days

• Remedy of first resort Pulsatilla 6c
• If Pulsatilla does not work, and if piles are aggravated by drinking wine or coffee and you are constipation-prone, even when not pregnant Nux 6c
• Burning, fiery pains in rectum, soothed by heat Arsenicum 6c
• Distended veins look bluish, burning pains after passing stools Carbo veg. 6c
• Anal fissures with cutting pains Chamomilla 6c

Self-help: Lie on the left side for 20 minutes 4 to 6 times a day.

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