Actually, over 50% of the American populations suffer from a case of hemorrhoids at some point in their lives. Hemorrhoids are similar to varicose veins. They are veins that swell and stick out around the anus.
Hemorrhoids may be caused by a number of reasons- pregnancy, the lifting of heavy objects, or straining during a bowel movement. There are several different types of hemorrhoids. Only a physician can diagnose the depth of the disease.
Symptoms of hemorrhoids are itching, burning, pain, swelling and bleeding. If you think you have hemorrhoids, consult with your health care provider to gage the depth of the problem.. Sometimes hemorrhoids can be a symptom of another condition that will need to be diagnosed by a physician.
Prevention:
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A diet rich in fiber is very helpful in reducing the problem.
2. Drinking 6-8 glasses of water daily can help reduce constipation. If this is the cause of your hemorrhoids, it will reduce their occurrences.
3. Exercise can decrease the number of hemorrhoid outbreaks by increasing blood flow to the veins around the anus. Try not to sit or stand in the same position for long periods of time. You need to give yourself small breaks in order to improve your circulation throughout your entire body.
4. If you need to lift heavy objects, do so by using proper bending and lifting techniques. Bend at the knees, and not at your back. If something is too heavy, get help to lift it.
5. A warm bath will help alleviate the pain and swelling. Making it a mineral bath is even more helpful
If you decide to try to prevent your hemorrhoids by taking a laxative, try a bulk-forming laxative that contains psyllium, flaxseed or cascara sagrada. Products containing any of these three ingredients sometimes agree with a person’s constitution better than other laxatives.
