Hemorrhoids

Introduction
Hemorrhoids are basically the enlarged veins in anus. The veins are either enlarged or they become dilated around the opening of the anus. The hemorrhoids can be external or internal. The hemorrhoids above the dentate lining are not usually painful because the lining above the dentate is not as sensitive as below the dentate. This condition can’t be felt or seen because it lies inside the anus. This is internal hemorrhoid. The external hemorrhoid can be painful and they can be seen and felt around the anus. External hemorrhoid is also known as skin tags. Its occurrence is 2 out of 1000 people. When blood in hemorrhoids clot, it causes pain and irritates the skin around it. This condition is termed as thrombosed external hemorrhoids and it is very painful. A person can suffer from internal and external hemorrhoids at the same time.

Alternative Names
They are also known as piles or rectal lumps.

Causes
The causes of hemorrhoids can be habits and medical history. Prolong sittings can cause hemorrhoids. Women may suffer from hemorrhoids especially after a child’s birth but it can be cured automatically by the body itself but in some cases this condition may require a doctor’s examination. Constipation, diarrhea or stressing the walls of anus can cause it too. Eating habits can also cause hemorrhoids. People who take less amount of fiber in their diet can also become a victim of it. Infection in anus can also be a cause of it. People who lift heavy objects in their daily life can also suffer from hemorrhoids. Sometimes hereditary characteristics are responsible for producing this condition in a person. Sometimes long term chronic liver and heart problems can also lead to hemorrhoids. Constant coughing and sneezing can also cause it. People who have a diet less in fiber usually suffer from hemorrhoids because the low fiber diet leads to constipation and it causes strains on the walls of anus, especially during the bowel movements.

Risk Factors

Over weight people can suffer from hemorrhoids.
Usually people after the age of 30 experience this situation.
Women are seen to be more affected than men but this is just an assumption.

Symptoms & Signs
The sings and symptoms for external and internal hemorrhoids are different.

Rectal bleeding specially after bowel movements.
Bleeding in feces or after bowel movements.
During bowel movement sharp pain is felt in anal canal.
Bright red blood in stool is also one of the prominent symptoms.
Sitting for long periods becomes painful.
Some times the rectal bleeding is observed without any apparent reason, even after passing stool.
In external hemorrhoids the skin around the anus is felt to be extra.
Swelling is also noticed in external hemorrhoids.
The external hemorrhoid can be very irritating and painful. Especially the skin around the anus opening can become very sensitive to the environment around it.
If the bleeding from anus is painless it can indicate the presence of internal hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids can also result in rectal prolepses.

Diagnosis
The simple diagnosis can be made with the help of the doctor. Medical history of the patient can also be effective. A doctor can use anoscope to examine the anal canal. The faeces occult blood test can also be helpful. Protoscopy is another diagnosis method as it makes the rectal examination more thorough. Thrombosed hemorrhoids require surgery to remove it.

Prevention

Avoid reading news papers and books while using the toilet.
Constipation should be treated as soon as possible, don’t take it easy as it is one of the factors in developing hemorrhoids.

Treatment
Small hemorrhoids can be treated at home if it is not causing severe pain and irritation. If a person is suffering from hemorrhoids, he or she should take notice of their habit of bowel. Dietary and lifestyle changes can also affect so try maintaining it. Thrombosed hemorrhoids require surgery and can be removed. However it can reoccur if the person does not take care in future.

Primary Natural Supplements
Herbs

Butcher’s boom

Quasi vitamins

Bioflavonoids

Secondary Natural Supplements
Herbs

Horse Chestnut

Vitamins

Vitamin C

Dietary Guidelines

Eat food rich in grains and fiber.
Eat more fruits and vegetables.
Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day.
Restrict use of salt. Avoid using excess salt as it can cause pain and swelling worse.

Home Care Suggestions

Adopt healthy ways of living and take notice of your habits.
Be gentle while wiping, use baby cotton to avoid pain and irritation.
Don’t sit for long periods of time if you are already suffering from hemorrhoids.
Use of petroleum jelly can help in relieving the pain.

Mind/Body Considerations
If you are suffering from hemorrhoids, don’t think about it very often. Taking stress and tension can worsen the affects of the disease.

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