Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 6 months ago

Does ibuprofen help piles?

Been struggling with piles for a few months now, and the pain is really bad sometimes. My friend suggested taking ibuprofen for the discomfort. Is it actually helpful for piles pain?

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Neha Malhotra Neha Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Hey, it can help reduce the swelling and throbbing pain for a little bit, but please don't rely on it too much. Try doing a warm sitz bath and don't stress too much, it will get better. Just make sure to eat lots of fiber!

Vikram Deshpande Vikram Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, ibuprofen helps with the inflammatory pain, but it won't cure piles. You need a stool softener like lactulose and a soothing ointment like lidocaine. Also, strictly avoid sitting on the toilet for too long with your phone.

K. R. Pillai K. R. Pillai Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

In my experience, painkillers only mask the symptoms for a few hours. Piles is best managed with lifestyle changes. Drink plenty of water and eat papaya daily. If the pain is severe, do not hesitate to consult a doctor.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

It helps reduce the pain, but make sure not to take it on an empty stomach as it can cause acidity. My husband had this issue and we found that increasing fiber in his diet and using doctor-prescribed creams worked best.

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Saraswathi Iyer Saraswathi Iyer Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I know how painful and uncomfortable this can be. While ibuprofen helps the ache, applying aloe vera gel gently or sitting in warm water with a bit of rock salt gives great relief. Eat simple khichdi and avoid spicy food completely.

Rajesh Yadav Rajesh Yadav Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Look, ibuprofen will only give you temporary relief from the swelling. Don't keep popping tablets because they can irritate your stomach. Go see a general surgeon and get it treated properly before it gets worse.

Amit Rajput Amit Rajput Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan, dard kam karne ke liye ibuprofen thik hai, par yeh permanent ilaaj nahi hai na. Isabgol bhusi lo raat ko garam doodh ke saath aur thoda walks kiya karo. Doctor se zaroor consult kar lena ek baar.

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