What you should know about hemorrhoids
What you should know about hemorrhoids
Article by letianmoon
Hemorrhoids are either inside the anus (internal) or under the skin around the anus. Hemorrhoids may result from the burden of passing stool. Hemorrhoids are common. In the United States, prevalence is about 4.4%. It is estimated that about half of all Americans have the disease at age 50, and 50% to 85% of the world population will be affected by hemorrhoids at some point in their lives. However, only a small number seek medical treatment. Each year about 500,000 people in the U.S. are medically treated for hemorrhoids, with 10 to 20% of them requiring surgery. Hemorrhoids are very common in men and women. Approximately half of all people age 50 years by hemorrhoids. The most common symptom of hemorrhoids inside the anus is bright red blood covering the stool, toilet paper or in the toilet. Hemorrhoids develop from 2 different locations. There are 2 types of veins that drain blood from the anus and rectum. Hemorrhoids are very common in men and women. Approximately half of all people age 50 years by hemorrhoids.
The most common symptom of hemorrhoids inside the anus is bright red blood covering the stool, toilet paper or in the toilet. The symptoms, progression and treatment vary depending on where hemorrhoids are internal hemorrhoids have four degrees of severity. Bleeding can occur with any of these items. First degree: The hemorrhoid does not stick out of the anus. Second degree: The hemorrhoid sticks from the anus during a bowel movement but returns on its own anal canal as a result. Third degree: The hemorrhoid sticks from the anus during a bowel movement and does not return to the anal canal by its own means. Fourth degree: The hemorrhoid is always outside the anus and can not be pushed into the anal canal. External hemorrhoids. External hemorrhoids can cause pain, itching, burning and irritation. Hemorrhoids are very common in men and women. Approximately half the population has hemorrhoids by age 50. Hemorrhoids are also common among pregnant women.
Treatment includes gradually increasing fiber and water in the diet, using creams to help stop the itching and the occasional use of stool softeners. Drink plenty of fluids, at least eight glasses a day. Eating a diet rich in fiber from fruits, vegetables, whole grains. Laser, infrared beam, or electricity is used for the affected tissue. Clean the entire rectal area with warm water after each bowel movement, and use a bulk fiber laxative to soften stools. Many people use fiber supplements in bulk to prevent recurrences of hemorrhoids. Sitz baths (soaking the rectal area in hot water in a bath) for 15-20 minutes 3-4 times per day are a simple and effective treatment for both goals. Sclerotherapy. In this procedure, the doctor injects a chemical solution around the blood vessel to shrink hemorrhoids. Do not try to delay or prevent a bowel movement when the urge is present. Exercise, especially aerobic, may help produce more regular bowel movements. Drink plenty of fluids and eat regularly scheduled meals. Keep the area around the anus clean and dry.
Hemorrhoids Treatment Tips
1. Taking herbs and dietary supplements that strengthen the spirit of the walls, like a butcher's broom, horse chestnut, bromelain, and Japanese pagoda tree extracts.
2. Topical application of natural astringents and soothing agents such as Witch hazel (astringent), cranesbill, aloe vera, and honey.
3. Drinking chamomile tea several times a day
4. Eating fiber-rich grouping of agents such as plantain and Psyllium seed husks to help create soft stool that is easy to succeed in reducing the irritation of hemorrhoids.
5. Using the squatting position "for the stool
6. Eat a diet rich in fiber from fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
7. Drink plenty of water and exercise regularly.
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