Haemorrhoids

What Is Haemorrhoids?

Haemorrhoid is a condition caused when you strain too much during bowel movements, pregnancy or when you are obese. It starts with a small boil near the anus, and it can go up to a bigger problem if left untreated. These are swollen veins in your lowest portion of the anus and rectum area. When your blood vessels stretch too much, they bulge and tend to get irritated.

What Are The Symptoms Of Haemorrhoids?

When you have an enlarged Haemorrhoid, here are some things you may experience: -

• Itching, mucus discharge
• Severe pain, burning in the anus
• Sensation that you want to go to the toilet but nothing comes
• Bleeding but no pain
• Internal Haemorrhoids will cause pain during bowel movement, and they need to be diagnosed by a professional to check what the real issue is. You may not experience symptoms at first, but it starts to pain slowly.

What Are The Causes Of Haemorrhoids?

• Most of the Haemorrhoids’ boils occur on a regular basis when you are constipated and strain too much while passing stool. This boil goes away on its own once you are passing stool properly.
• Haemorrhoids are mainly caused due to the swelling of the anal and rectal veins.
• When you are obese, pregnant, standing or sitting for too long, coughing too much, chronic constipation, low fiber diet, vomiting or eating unhealthy, you can experience Haemorrhoids.

What Are The Things One Should Do To Manage Haemorrhoids?

• One the best home remedy is to take a sitz bath which is basically sitting in warm water for 15 minutes about three times in a day. You can add Epsom salt to this as it will decrease the swelling. Make sure you are keeping your anal part completely dry when you finish a bath. Do not let moisture collect as that can increase your irritation.
• Eating a proper diet can improve your constipation and make it easier for you to pass stool. This will cause fewer troubles and reduce down the inflammation.
• Make sure you wash your hands and sanitize it before you apply any ointment on that area. Washing hands before and after application of any over the counter creams is a good idea.
• Wear loose cotton clothing to keep the area clean as well as comfortable. Avoid polyester, un-breathable fabrics or lace underwear.
• Do not use any fabric softeners or extra chemical detergents when washing your innerwear. Also, check if there is any soap leftover after wash otherwise that can increase your itching.
• Avoid using toilet paper when you have Haemorrhoids because that can aggravate the problem. Using wipes, which have ingredients like aloe vera or witch hazel will keep you comfortable. Get non-perfumed, alcohol and chemical free wipes.
• Keep drinking water as much as you can. It can help in curing minor constipation.

What Are The Things One Should Avoid To Manage Haemorrhoids?

• If you are feeling like going to the washroom but are unable to do it, avoid forcing yourself. This can result in bleeding when you pass stool.
• Do not leave the area wet after you go to the washroom. Even if you went to pee, it is a must to clean the area with water or wipe it off.
• Tight pants, jeans, and small underpants can cause trouble when you sit or stand during the day.
• Sitting for too long on the toilet is a big mistake people make. This is pressurizing your veins of the anus, which can increase the swelling and delay the curing of your disease.

What Are The Best Foods For Haemorrhoids?

People with Haemorrhoids need to change their diet until they are completely recovered. Add dietary fiber in your meals to fight indigestion and chronic constipation.

• Whole Wheat, apples, oatmeal
• Pears, carrots, buckwheat
• Bananas, bran
• Barley water, ginger water
• Broccoli, lentils and more

These few foods can help increase the fiber in your body. Having a warm glass of milk before sleeping will clear your stomach effectively in the morning.
 

What Are The Worst Foods For Haemorrhoids?

• Avoid spicy, junk food, fried and any restaurant food when you are suffering from Haemorrhoids. They can cause severe digestion problems and make your pain worst.
• Caffeine, too much meat, and processed items can be the reason you are facing chronic constipation.
• Avoid sugar, baked food, and fatty items with omega 3 or omega 6 as they can be heavy for you at this time. Anything oily should be avoided. 

What Are The Medicines For Haemorrhoids?

What Are The Tips To Manage Haemorrhoids?

• Do not apply any moisturizer creams or powder to your anal area unless the doctor tells you.
• Opt for exercise as that can keep your body moving and reduce constipation which makes you strain during your time on the toilet. A 20-minute aerobic class can save you from complications with Haemorrhoids as it makes your digestive system healthy.
• Lastly, don’t hold when you have to go to the toilet. When you delay it, you are causing a lot of pain to your anus, and the inflammation will increase too.