What is Sitz Bath?
Category: Lifestyle Modifications
A sitz bath is a bath in which a person sits in water up to the hips. It is used to relieve discomfort and pain typically due to hemorrhoids or anal fissures. Sitz baths may be filled with just water, or substances such as salt, baking soda or vinegar can be added.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemorrhoid discomfort | 3 | 1 | |
| Anal itching (anusitis) | 1 | 1 | |
| Anal pain | 1 | 1 | |
| Post operative drainage | 1 | 1 | |
| Rectal bleeding | 1 | 0 | |
| Rectal outlet dysfunction | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
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