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Hemorrhoids symptoms, causes and Cure
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What is Hemorrhoids?
The term hemorrhoids refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. Hemorrhoids may result from straining to move stool. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or diarrhea, and anal intercourse. Hemorrhoids are either inside the anus (internal) or under the skin around the anus (external).
Hemorrhoids are very common in both men and women. About half of the population have hemorrhoids by age 50. Hemorrhoids are also common among pregnant women. The pressure of the fetus in the abdomen, as well as hormonal changes, cause the hemorrhoidal vessels to enlarge.
Diagnosis of Hemorrhoids
The doctor will examine the anus and rectum to look for swollen blood vessels that indicate hemorrhoids and will also perform a digital rectal exam with a gloved, lubricated finger to feel for abnormalities.
Closer evaluation of the rectum for hemorrhoids requires an exam with an anoscope, a hollow, lighted tube useful for viewing internal hemorrhoids, or a proctoscope, useful for more completely examining the entire rectum.
To rule out other causes of gastrointestinal bleeding, the doctor may examine the rectum and lower colon (sigmoid) with sigmoidoscopy or the entire colon with colonoscopy. Sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy are diagnostic procedures that also involve the use of lighted, flexible tubes inserted through the rectum.
Hemorrhoids Treatments
Measures to reduce symptoms include
- Warm tub baths several times a day in plain, warm water for about 10 minutes.
- Application of a hemorroidal cream or suppository to the affected area for a limited time.
A number of methods may be used to remove or reduce the size of internal
hemorrhoids. These techniques include:
- Rubber band ligation. A
rubber band is placed around the base of the hemorrhoid inside the rectum.
The band cuts off circulation, and the hemorrhoid withers away within a few
days.
- Sclerotherapy. A
chemical solution is injected around the blood vessel to shrink the
hemorrhoid.
- Infrared coagulation. A
special device is used to burn hemorrhoidal tissue.
- Hemorrhoidectomy.
Occasionally, extensive or severe internal or external hemorrhoids may
require removal by surgery known as hemorrhoidectomy.
Preventing Hemorrhoids
The best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to keep stools soft so they pass easily, thus decreasing pressure and straining, and to empty bowels as soon as possible after the urge occurs. Exercise, including walking, and increased fiber in the diet help reduce constipation and straining by producing stools that are softer and easier to pass.
Curing Hemorrhoids (piles) with Homeopathic Remedies
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Remedy |
Symptoms |
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Aesculus |
Rectum
feels sore as if there are a lot of sticks inside. Stools hard
and dry. Intense pain after passing stools, lasts long and pain extends
to back. Piles don't bleed. Worse walking. |
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Aloes |
Piles like a bunch of
grapes, bluish in color and bleeds frequently. Soreness, itching,
burning, cannot sleep. Patient is better by cold applications. |
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Hamamelis |
Profusely bleeding
piles with burning and soreness in anus. Throbbing in anus. |
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Nux
vomica |
Piles due to sedentary
life-style, abuse of alcohol, coffee. Constipation and diarrhea
alternate. Sensitive nature, catches cold easily. Backache. |
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Nitric
acid |
Piles bleed and protrude
whenever stool is passed. Splinter-like sensation in anus. |
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Sulphur |
Burning, painful piles -
anus is red. Hunger and weakness at 11am. Dirty and itching skin. |
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