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The veins in the rectum and the anus can get dilated when extra pressure is exerted on the veins in the rectum. This pressure is exerted by hemorrhoids, which are also known as piles. More than three-fourth of the population in America suffers from this problem. Due to the pressure exerted on the walls of the rectum, the muscles, which support the hemorrhoids, become large and they start projecting in the form of a sack inside the rectum. These are known as Internal Hemorrhoids. Sometimes these internal hemorrhoids become so large in the skin and then they are known as external hemorrhoids. They start pushing themselves outside the anus.
Hemorrhoids are a condition, which is normally found in older people, pregnant women, and women who have recently had a baby. Some of the reasons for the occurrence of hemorrhoids are constipation, coughing and sneezing, hectic lifestyle, low fiber and unbalanced diet, excess weight, pregnancy - where extra pressure is applied on the lower abdomen and sitting in the same position for a long time. People can suspect the presence of hemorrhoids when they find blood spots in their stools, irregular bowel movements and an itching sensation in the rectum. Bleeding from the rectum can also occur due to anal fissures and inflammation of the intestines. But it is always best to consult a doctor.
The first step involved in treating hemorrhoids is reducing the pain. A bath with warm water, which lasts for ten minutes, should be had many times in a day. Ice packs can be used to reduce the swelling and petroleum jelly, hemorrhoidal creams and cortisone creams can be applied to gain relief. Only loose cotton undergarments should be worn. A cushion should be used in case you need to sit in the same position for a long time.
The different ways of treating external hemorrhoids are Infrared photocoagulation, laser coagulation, hemorrhoidectomy. Normally hemorrhoids heal within two weeks but they could be a possibility of a relapse incase the required precautions are not taken. At least eight glasses of water should be consumed in a day. Regular exercise like walking should be undertaken and make sure that you do not sit in the same place for a long time. Stool softeners can be used to reduce the pain after consulting a doctor. Some weight loss programs can also be followed to reduce weight.
People who have hemorrhoids try to avoid or delay passing motion in order to avoid the pain, which takes place at that time. The bowel habits need to be changed in order to avoid the pain. A diet, which is rich in fiber and a lot of fluids, should be consumed in order to avoid piles.
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