Anusol is the UK's #1 piles treatment*
* Based on Nielsen UK unit sales at all retailers 21.03.2020.
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It’s not too bad, one in two people in the UK suffers from piles at some stage, but most of us still find it an embarrassing subject to talk about. So we’ve put together some common questions and answers about the problem, which should help clear things up.
Piles are simply swollen blood vessels in your back passage. They can be internal or external.
Piles are caused by increased pressure in the blood vessels in your bottom. This can be due to constipation, pregnancy and childbirth, lifting heavy loads and being overweight.
It hasn't been medically proven, but people do tend to be more susceptible to piles if their parents have them. This could be due to a poor family diet or our physical build.
The only way to be 100% sure is to visit your doctor. They'll need to know about your symptoms and may want to do a quick examination.
It depends on your symptoms and your personal preference. There are various treatments available, including creams, ointments and suppositories. The Anusol™ range offers all three and provides effective, soothing relief from discomfort and irritation. Always make sure you read the label & follow instructions carefully.
If this is the first time you've developed piles, then yes, it's best to get a proper diagnosis from your doctor. That way you can make sure you're using the most appropriate and effective treatment from the start.
It's hard to say, as piles are different for everyone. But there's plenty you can do to try and prevent them, involving a few simple changes to your diet and lifestyle.
No! This is a myth. Sitting down for long periods of time can make piles worse, but it doesn't cause them. Developing piles has nothing to do with the temperature of what you're perched on.
Piles can affect anyone. They're caused by increased pressure in the blood vessels in your bottom and there's no discrimination between the sexes.
Overweight people have a fairly high chance of getting piles due to the extra pressure their weight puts on their abdomen. But this pressure can also be the result of constipation, straining on the loo, pregnancy and lifting heavy weights.
The Anusol™ range offers a variety of product formats for the effective treatment of all types of piles. Applying the right cream, ointment or suppositories, the symptoms can go away in a matter of days or even quicker depending of the severity.
Sometimes they do, and other times you’re simply not feeling them anymore, like in the case of internal piles. The important thing is there's action you can take as soon as you feel the first symptoms. Find out more about the benefits of Anusol™.
Anusol™ cream is used to relieve the swelling, itching and irritation of internal or external piles (haemorrhoids).
Anusol™ is the number 1 selling brand* in the UK but there is a variety of products available on the market. Anusol™ contains several active ingredients able to provide soothing relief from piles, for example:
The Anusol™ 4-way formula also contains hydrocortisone which reduces inflammation, swelling, redness and itching.
Typically, the recommendations for getting rid of piles involve:
Piles are swollen blood vessels but things that make piles more likely are:
If there's no improvement to your piles after home treatments, you may need hospital treatment. Talk to your doctor about the best treatment for you. Treatment does not always prevent piles coming back.
If you are experiencing piles, you can use Anusol™ cream for the treatment of haemorrhoids.
Anusol™ is the number 1 selling brand in the UK but there is a variety of products available on the market. Anusol™ contains several active ingredients able to provide soothing relief from piles, for example:
The Anusol™ 4-way formula also contains hydrocortisone which reduces inflammation, swelling, redness and itching.
Depending on severity, symptom management can include the following measures:
Yes, you can gently push a pile back inside.
While there’s no guaranteed way to permanently get rid of piles, along with the right treatment, it can help to make some positive lifestyle changes too. Here are just a few: include more fibre-rich food in your diet, drink plenty of water, cut down on anything that causes constipation - like alcohol and caffeine, exercise regularly, and try not to spend too much time on the loo!
Yes, you can buy piles treatment online. The Anusol™ range is widely available online and in store. See here the most suitable place for you.
Choose the most suitable Anusol™ product for your needs and treat piles at home. During a haemorrhoid episode, you can also:
There is a variety of lifestyle factors that can have an impact on the incidence of haemorrhoids which you can adjust to prevent re-occurrence of piles:
Anusol™ is available at most supermarkets and pharmacies. Find out where your local shop is, or buy online.
Shop nowThe Anusol™ range includes creams, ointments, suppositories, and even wipes - everything you’ll need for effective relief.
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Contact us* Based on Nielsen UK unit sales at all retailers 21.03.2020.
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