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What are hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are the inflation of the veins of rectum. In rectum there are two types of veins. Internal veins and External veins which are found under the skin of the anus. Gradually these veins turn in to piles.
Symptoms: -
Hemorrhoids come with following symptoms. Itching and irritation and discomfort and constant pain in the anus as well as the occurrence of bleeding and feeling a lump in the anus. The mucus secretion comes out of anal track will be irritating and itching. The bulging of veins leads to the blockage of stool and thereby defecating by pushing the stool hard leads to bleeding.
How to treat it yourself?
Most of the hemorrhoids are not so serious and will improve within few days without treatment by regulating food and drinking lot of water.
There are some ways to get rid of the pain.
Wash the area with salty lukewarm water to get rid of the mucus that leaks out.
Use soft toilet papers and take out most care when you clean the area.
Avoid chances of constipation by drinking plenty of water and eating vegetables.
When you feel a lump try to push it smoothly to the top and try to loosen the anal track. Creams are available for hemorrhoids, but prolonged use is not good.
Eat meals rich in fiber.
Do not postpone defecation and take enough time for it.
Is there any relation between our food habit and hemorrhoids?
Studies suggests that the causes of the disease is directly associated with what we eat and the amount of food we take. Food containing fibers is very useful for an easy bowel movement which reduces the stress on anal area and thereby it can reduce chances of bleeding. Vegetables and fruits are the natural sources of fiber. Eating fiber rich food daily can reduce constipation. Drinking lot of water is another useful habit which can reduce constipation problem and hemorrhoids. Vegetable fiber helps in bowel movement and the growth of intestinal bacteria which protect colon from cancer and intestinal infections. It has been proved that a human body needs 25 grams of fiber per day. The pulses like beans and lentils increase the consumption of fiber. Eating fruits also increases the moisture level in stool which reduces constipation and bleeding.
When to consult a doctor?
You must see a doctor if the symptoms persist for more than a week or more. And if bleeding and severe pain continues unnaturally and beyond control it is very important to make sure that there is no other reason.
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