The following features are indicative of Haemorrhoids:
painless bleeding during bowel movements
itching in the anal region
discomfort
pain
swelling around the anus
lump near the anus
It is possible that Haemorrhoids shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Haemorrhoids
The following are the most common causes of Haemorrhoids:
straining during bowel movements
sitting for long periods of time on the toilet
constipation
obesity
anal intercourse
low-fiber diet
Other Causes of Haemorrhoids
The following are the less common causes of Haemorrhoids:
pregnancy
Prevention of Haemorrhoids
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Haemorrhoids. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
eating high fiber diet
not straining during bowel movements
not sitting on the toilet for long periods of time
avoiding regular heavy lifting
drinking plenty of fluid
Occurrence of Haemorrhoids
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Haemorrhoids cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Haemorrhoids most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 45-65 years
Common Gender
Haemorrhoids can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Haemorrhoids
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Haemorrhoids:
Digital rectal exam: To view inside the anus and rectum
Anoscopy: To view the lining of the anus and lower rectum
Rigid proctosigmoidoscopy: To view the lining of the rectum and lower colon
Doctor for Diagnosis of Haemorrhoids
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Haemorrhoids:
Gastroenterologist
Rectal surgeon
Complications of Haemorrhoids if untreated
Yes, Haemorrhoids causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Haemorrhoids is left untreated:
anemia
strangulated hemorrhoid
blood clots in an external hemorrhoid
skin tags
infection of a sore on an external hemorrhoid
Procedures for Treatment of Haemorrhoids
The following procedures are used to treat Haemorrhoids:
External hemorrhoid thrombectomy: To remove the clot with a simple incision and drainage and provides relief
Rubber band ligation: Heals bleeding or painful hemorrhoids
Sclerotherapy:To shrink the hemorrhoid tissue
Coagulation technique: To treat painful hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoidectomy: To treat severe or recurring hemorrhoids by eliminating excessive tissue that causes bleeding
Stapled hemorrhoidopexy: Inhibits blood flow to hemorrhoidal tissue
Self-care for Haemorrhoids
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Haemorrhoids:
Eat high-fiber foods: Softens the stool and increases its bulk
Soak anal area in a warm bath or sitz bath: Relieves the pain and inflammation of hemorrhoids
Keep the anal area clean: Helps in preventing hemorrhoids
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Haemorrhoids
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Haemorrhoids:
Apply ice packs or cold compresses: Helps in relieving swelling
Time for Treatment of Haemorrhoids
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Haemorrhoids to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision: