A question that may come to the mind of a new sufferer of piles is – how long do hemorrhoids last. The pain, swelling, itching and inflammation cause so much discomfort that you are desperate for a solution. But, fact is – this problem is caused due to improper food and lifestyle. Your body tolerates all the junk food for quite a long time before it starts to break down with problems like hemorrhoids.

So realize the fact that it takes time for a problem like piles to develop and therefore it may not go away overnight. But if you can take corrective action then you may get rid of hemorrhoids in a few weeks. For some chronic cases it may take a few months. However the key here is to take concrete steps. If you are wondering what these steps are, here are a few to get started:

Tip #1 – Avoid constipation at all cost. Drink 8-10 glasses of water. Eat foods rich in fiber like fruits and vegetables. Avoid processed and junk food. Follow proper timings for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Avoid any food that is known to help constipation.

Tip # 2 – If you are overweight and obese then take corrective steps to shed weight. This may be in the form of dieting, exercises and other activities that help in weight loss. You see excess weight puts excess pressure on the veins and blood vessels in the rectum / anus area. So it is critical to lose weight if you want to prevent swollen veins, rupturing and bleeding.

Tip # 3 – If the pain, itching and swelling worsens by sitting in a certain position, then you will have to avoid sitting in one posture for long. Don’t put any extra pressure on the veins by lifting any heavy objects. Also don’t apply any pressure while trying to pass stools.