Hemorrhoid Causes Symptoms And Treatments

Hemorrhoids, also referred to as anal fissures, hemorrhoids or hemorrhoids, have the form of "pillows" and participate in the proper functioning of the terminal digestive tract. The most common in the anal canal are three hemorrhoids, and the inner and outer anal sphincters are responsible for sealing the rectum. Thanks to it we can control the excretion of stool and gases.

Hemorrhoids are sometimes the cause of ailments, especially when they start falling through the anus, causing pain and bleeding. We are talking about hemorrhoid disease, which is considered one of the diseases of civilization. Initially manifested by the spread of mucus covering the hemorrhoids and blood back up, the nodules themselves begin to bleed, magnify themselves, and then fall outside the anus. The symptoms of hemorrhoid disease are very painful and difficult, so it is worth getting to know its potential causes and treatments.

Hemorrhoids - causes of anal disease.

The formation of hemorrhoids favors:

Wrong diet (high calorie foods low in fiber, spicy food, alcohol, coffee, lack of proper amount of liquid)
Chronic inflammatory conditions, especially colon
Chronic diarrhea caused by long-term use of laxatives
Topical medications used around the anus
Rectal and perinal operations
Some chronic diseases (especially liver cirrhosis)
Intestinal dysfunction involving irregular bowel movements (constipation, diarrhea) or stagnation of the stool
Lack of physical activity or sudden, excessive physical exertion
genetic predispositions
Pregnancy (40% of women suffer from hemorrhoids after delivery due to hormonal changes)
Age (more than half of people after 40 years of age suffer from hemorrhoids).

Symptoms:

The most common symptoms of hemorrhoids include:

Bleeding hemorrhoids
itching
Bleeding from the anus
Feeling of unworthiness.
The most important symptom that can signal the onset of hemorrhoid disease is the painless bleeding associated with high blood pressure. Even slight signs of blood on toilet paper should be the signal for us to consult a doctor.

Do not forget - the symptoms listed above can also signal serious illness or even cancer. Therefore, persistent ailments around the anus should be consulted physically.

Phases of disease development

The disease has so called. Degrees of advancement. Detected in the early stages can easily be cured with the help of appropriate medicines.

Grade I - hemorrhoids only visible at the examination of the speculum.

Stage II - hemorrhoids coming out of the anal canal during the pressure and spontaneously returning to normal post-hemorrhoids.

Grade III - hemorrhoids falling out of the anal canal during pressure and requiring the patient to lead to normal position.

Degree IV - hemorrhoids irreversible from the tendency to congestion, edema, thrombosis and necrosis.



Treatments:

Hemorrhoids - treatment.

Conservative treatment

In the first and second stages of disease, the disease will be the primary remedy, while the others will act as a complementary treatment. The main goal of treatment is to regulate the rhythm of the highs. In this case, the basis will be dietary recommendations and topical medicines in the form of suppositories, creams, massages. These are usually formulas, containing in their composition, extracts, tonic (Tribenoide) and anesthetics (Lidocaine). Oral medications that affect blood vessels may also be used.

Instrumental treatment

There is an alternative to surgical treatment (where conservative treatment will not work) for the first, second, and third hemorrhoids.

Surgical treatment

Treatment in pregnancy

Because of the high levels of estrogen and progesterone in the blood, hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy and postpartum. The basis for counteracting this incidence is prevention of constipation through a balanced diet, containing easily digestible foods rich in fiber. It is also recommended to consume more liquid. If you get sick you may be advised to take appropriate oral supplements, suppositories or massages, which are absolutely safe for the mother and baby.

Prophylactic recommendations

Use varied diets: fiber rich foods, many cereal products, wholemeal bread, fruits, vegetables. Drink a lot of water
And non-juiced juices, at least 1.5-2 liters per day. Avoid foods and beverages that may cause irritation (spicy foods
And alcoholic beverages) or bowel stimulation (coffee, tea).

Exercise regularly, go for walks, swim.

Avoid horse riding and long-term cycling.

Avoid carrying heavy loads.

Use the toilet at a certain time, eg after waking up, after drinking a glass of water. If toilet paper causes irritation of the anal skin, use handkerchiefs for infant years.years.

Do not wear tight clothing.

Particularly observe the rules of personal hygiene, avoid materials that may cause irritation of the anal area with prolonged wear.

Do not stay in warm places for too long.

Avoid sedentary lifestyle.