Hemorrhoids, external, internal and thrombosed can make life less than happy. Many people suffer from hemorrhoids and many are unaware of certain hemorrhoid treatment practices that they can maintain to stop the development of and, according to some testimonies, can even cure hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids are veinous tissue that has been put under too much pressure, generally during bowel movements. The veins swell and often cause blood clotting. The result is a veinous bulb within the rectum or anus. External hemorrhoids are the ones that cause most of the itching, pain and swelling. These are hemorrhoids that develop on the surface of the anus. Internal hemorrhoids form within the rectum. They are painless and do not cause itching. Both internal and external hemorrhoids can cause bleeding.
Hemorrhoids sometimes become thrombosed which means that the vein has split. Thrombosed veins can itch quite a bit and can also be quite painful. Thrombosed hemorrhoids don’t usually bleed but they can if enough pressure or abrasion breaks them open.
Constipation is probably the number one cause of hemorrhoids. A hemorrhoid is created when too much pressure is put on the rectum or anus while in the process of a bowel movement. People who are overweight or pregnant are more likely to suffer from hemorrhoids because the extra body mass pushes hard on the rectum. People with bad eating habits are much more likely to get hemorrhoids. The body requires certain kinds of foods to keep the colon and rectum clean. These foods contain fiber. If you eat a lot of grain or bran, beans or nuts in a sufficient quantity your chances of getting hemorrhoids are greatly reduced. Drinking clean water also helps reduce the risk of getting hemorrhoids and so should be included in any hemorrhoid treatment.
Another practice that is a factor is the person’s habits during bowel movements. If you are inclined to hurry to have the process over with, you are increasing the chances that you’ll get hemorrhoids. Remember that the cause of hemorrhoids is the exertion of pressure on the rectum and/or anus during bowel movements. To reduce the risk of hemorrhoids, take your time. Relax and let your body go through the process naturally.. Don’t contract your stomach muscles.
If you already have hemorrhoids there are a number of hemorrhoid treatment options you have. However, most will not keep hemorrhoids from reoccurring unless you are willing to change your lifestyle to prevent hemorrhoids.
You can go to the doctor and ask about techniques for the removal of hemorrhoids. Often they will suggest outpatient surgical procedures. Some hemorrhoid treatment plans may include cutting the hemorrhoid out or the use of laser surgery. Testimonies do exist however indicating that the outcome of surgery does not always bring the desired results. It seems that sometimes surgical procedures don’t go well and may even harm you.
You can buy creams that are to be applied to the surface of the anus for immediate relief. They usually contain witch hazel which can numb the anus to some degree. Also you can apply cold to the anus or take sitting baths, preferably with Epsom salts in them. By all means keep the anus clean and apply a topical antiseptic to make sure bacteria doesn’t have the opportunity to attach the affected areas