Hemorrhoids Causes and Treatment

Hemorrhoids can be a troublesome problem for many men and women.
Swollen veins around the rectum that are inflamed are considered to be hemorrhoids.
Swollen veins that are inside the anus are called internal hemorrhoids.
External hemorrhoids exist around the rectal area.
Neither are considered to be life threatening, but should be treated to prevent problems in the future.
In some cases the symptoms will go away without any special attention but others will need some form of treatment.
Bright red blood is often comes from internal hemorrhoids.
This may be in the toilet bowl, on the toilet paper or covering the stool.
Any bleeding should always be reported to your physician to rule out any serious problems.
Understandably, when most people see this blood they panic, but it is most commonly the sign of hemorrhoids and not something more serious.
The veins inside the anus may become irritated and protrudeoutside the rectum.
This can be extremely painful and it is called a protruding hemorrhoid.
Externally hemorrhoids can cause itching and burning because of draining mucus.
A thrombosed hemorrhoid will cause a hard purple lump and painful swelling near the rectum if a blood clot forms.
Straining when using the bathroom and excessive wiping are actions that tend to irritate hemorrhoids.
Effective treatment options you can do at home are: * Sitz baths, which is soaking in warm tub water for 15 minutes twice a day * Applying cream or using suppositories specified for hemorrhoids Some cases will require medical treatment by your physician: *A band to cut off circulation to the hemorrhoid until it withers away called rubber band ligation.
*Chemical injection to shrink inflamed veins.
*Special infrared instrument to burn tissue around hemorrhoids.
*Surgical removal of severe hemorrhoids,if other options do not work Prevention of further episodes of discomfort from hemorrhoids can come from eating a diet rich in fiber.
Sources of fiber will include whole grains in breads or cereals, vegetables and fruits.
This will help prevent constipation which can cause the straining associated with provoking hemorrhoids.
Also drink plenty of fluids, preferably water, throughout the day.
This will help soften stools and make evacuation easier.
Occasionally your doctor may recommend a stool softener or fiber supplement.
Exercise will also aid in the prevention of hemorrhoids.