Try a potato
It sounds strange, but a compress made from potato can provide relief. When grated, the tuber acts as a soothing astringent to help contract tissues. You’ll likely never be able to look at a spud the same way again, but you will have some relief.
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Apply witch hazel
Witch hazel is full of tannins, which help shrink blood vessels. Cleveland Clinic colorectal surgeon Massarat Zutshi, says it’s okay to use this directly on haemorrhoids. Drench a cotton ball with undistilled witch hazel and press it against the haemorrhoid.
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Source: RD.com
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