Hemorrhoid Treatment
A common misconception among hemorrhoid sufferers is that hemorrhoid treatment consists of home remedies for hemorrhoids.
However, what they do not know is that there have been numerous advances in the way of treating these condition. It’s important to be educated about this condition and it’s treatments. More than half of the people in the world have or will suffer from hemorrhoids and most of them get medical treatment almost too late.
Cause of Hemorrhoids
As a common as hemorrhoids is, it’s causes are actually not exactly known and while there are various theories that try to explain this, there is still a lot of gray area. What we do know is that there are many factors that can play a role in the formation of hemorrhoids. The few bullets points listed below indicate some of the known factors that contribute to the probability of getting hemorrhoids:
- Obesity
- Pregnancy
- Constipation
- Hypertension
- Prolonged Sitting
- Prolonged Standing
If you experience any of the aforementioned conditions, then you are more likely to get hemorrhoids because of the increased pressure in the anal veins and rectum that lead to irritation and bleeding. Hemorrhoids can form internally (inside the anal canal), and externally (outside the anus).
It’s important to seek the advice of a doctor to treat the hemorrhoids during it’s initial stages. It’s easier to treat the condition at it’s early stages because only a few tweaks in the diet and lifestyle will help to cure them. Hemorrhoid surgery or other drastic hemorrhoid treatment will be needed for more severe hemorrhoid conditions.
How to Reduce the Risk of Hemorrhoids
Gathering what we now know from the bulleted list above, we can say that by exercising properly, increasing water and fiber intake, as well as correcting our posture throughout the day, we can reduce the risk of getting hemorrhoids. The use of laxatives or tight underwear are not recommended. Before menstruation, women should increase their fluid and fiber intake. Squat toilets are useful in relieving some of the pain.
The angles in which hemorrhoids are treated are numerous. When hemorrhoids are only temporary, simple home remedies will suffice. Sitz baths and analgesics work well for brining relief.
There are many natural/herbal treatments for dealing with the condition. Many people have found that aloe Vera, witch hazel, horse chestnut, grape seed extracts, and even honey have had positive results in treating hemorrhoids. To soften the stool, consuming seed husks, plantain, and chamomile tea is recommended.
Here are other types of treatments for hemorrhoids:
- In rubber band ligation, the hemorrhoid is tied at the base to cut off blood circulation. This act cuts of the blood supply and the hemorrhoid dries up and falls off.
- In stapling, the hemorrhoid is not removed but blood flow is restrained. The chances of hemorrhoids popping up again are very likely.
- For small hemorrhoids, infrared coagulation may be efficient. However, the procedure can be painful and cause other complications.
- In hemorrhoidectomy, the hemorrhoids are removed using tools such as a scalpel or even a laser. Patients usually have to stay at the hospital for a couple of days and it takes several weeks to recover.
After comparing the numerous ways of treating their hemorrhoids, sufferers will have to decide which treatment will work best for their specific needs. Usually by contacting their doctor they will have a better idea about which route to take.