Keep stools soft with plenty of water and fiber
Do not strain
Use a footstool to raise your knees
Sit on the toilet only briefly
Go when you feel the urge
Breathe out gently instead of holding your breath
Use a stool softener if a clinician recommends it
Try a warm sitz bath before or after
Wipe gently with soft, unscented toilet paper or use water
Pat dry instead of rubbing
Apply a clinician-approved hemorrhoid treatment if needed
Seek medical care for severe pain, heavy bleeding, or black stools