Will hemorrhoids go away on their own?
Jul 01, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingxiang
Introduction
If hemorrhoid symptoms are mild, with only occasional minor rectal bleeding or slight anal heaviness, and if lifestyle habits can be promptly adjusted—such as avoiding prolonged sitting, maintaining regular bowel movements, and performing daily warm sitz baths—some mild hemorrhoids may gradually resolve. At this stage, the hemorrhoidal nodules are small and the venous plexus congestion and edema are not obvious. By improving local blood circulation and reducing irritation, the anal tissues can repair themselves, leading to a reduction in the size of the hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids may resolve on their own if symptoms are mild and proper care is provided. However, when symptoms are severe or organic lesions are present, hemorrhoids typically will not resolve spontaneously. If abnormalities occur, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
If the symptoms of hemorrhoids are mild—for example, occasional minor rectal bleeding or slight anal fullness—and lifestyle adjustments are promptly made, such as avoiding prolonged sitting, maintaining regular bowel movements, and performing daily warm sitz baths, some mild cases of hemorrhoids may gradually resolve. In these cases, the hemorrhoidal nodules are small and there is no significant venous congestion or edema in the plexus. By improving local blood circulation and reducing irritation, anal tissues can self-repair, causing the hemorrhoids to shrink and eventually disappear.
When hemorrhoids present with prolapse that cannot be reduced, severe pain, heavy bleeding, or frequent recurrence, they generally will not resolve spontaneously. In such cases, the venous plexus has typically developed significant varicosities or thrombosis, and may even be accompanied by inflammatory infection. Organic changes have occurred in the local tissues, and recovery through self-healing alone is difficult. Medical interventions such as medication or surgery are required to eliminate the lesion; otherwise, symptoms may progressively worsen.
Even if hemorrhoids may resolve spontaneously, proper daily care should still be emphasized. If symptoms persist or recur frequently, timely medical attention is necessary to avoid disease progression due to delayed treatment.
