Aromatherapy: Frankincense, geranium, or juniper used in bath, skin lotion or on a cool compress. If constipation is a problem, massage rosemary on the abdomen.

Homeopathy: Hamamelis – piles tend to bleep. Hemorrhoids from pregnancy or childbirth. Aesculus – hemorrhoids may feel hot or burning, sharp pains up the anus.

Vitamins/Minerals:  Vitamins C, E and B-complex.

Food: Avoid – Java, alcohol and spicy foods.  Eat more – berries, currants, fiber and drink more water.

Reflexology: Reflexes to rectum and intestines to encourage good elimination.