“Why is this happening to me? Isn’t this an older person problem? Gosh, I’m so uncomfortable. I hope no one notices how I’m acting. Isn’t there something I can do about this? But I don’t want to go into a store and buy something – then the clerk will know I’ve got issues with my rear end. This is so annoying. Trust something like this to happen to me.”
That may be what you’re thinking right now. You must have recently figured out you’ve developed a case of bleeding hemorrhoids. You may have seen the commercials of middle-aged men and women squirming in their seats – you just never thought you’d be in that position. You may feel embarrassed now, but keep reading and you’ll find out ways to deal with the problem.
First off, don’t be embarrassed. The truth is this problem is more common than you may have been lead to believe. A lot of people develop the exact same thing as you have, and no one ever finds out about it. There are plenty of home treatments that you can perform for just a few minutes each day to help alleviate your symptoms. Sit in a bath of warm water for a little while. Lie on your stomach instead of sitting down and avoid standing for a long period of time.
One of your main concerns might be work. Perhaps you sit at an office desk for hours on end. Maybe you are a cashier at a retail store. Whatever the case, both positions eliminate the possibility of long time sitting or standing. If you do have sit for hours on end, bring a soft pillow to sit on. As for standing, quietly confide in your boss that you have a small problem and would appreciate it if you could walk around a few minutes from time to time or even acquire a chair with a soft cushion that you could sit on for a few minutes now and then.
If you are concerned that neither will be possible, or are very uncomfortable about dealing with the problem in public, see if you can take a day off. A little attention and care to your bleeding hemorrhoid issue will do the area some good, as well as give you peace of mind because you will not have to worry about feeling awkward in front of others.
While purchasing any medication may feel embarrassing, remember that cashiers rarely take a hard look at what other people are buying. A passing glance may tell them a brand name, but most of the time they don’t pay attention or concern themselves with what people purchase. These days, there are so many medications and products that can be considered “embarrassing” most people are past caring. Don’t let it get between you and relief.
Overall, there is nothing to be embarrassed about. Health problems occur from time to time, and this is no different. Put all that energy toward getting well and you won’t have any time to be embarrassed.