by Hemorrhoids are inflamed or swollen veins around the anus or lower rectum. This can be caused by straining during bowel movements, sitting on the toilet for too long, a low-fiber diet, weakening of the supportive tissues in the anus and rectum from aging and pregnancy, among other factors.
There are external hemorrhoids, which are those that form under the skin around the anus, or internal, which are located in the lining of the anus and lower rectum.
According to the Mayo Clinic, external hemorrhoids can cause symptoms such as: itching or irritation in the anal area, pain or discomfort, swelling around the anus, and bleeding. Regarding internal hemorrhoids, these cannot be felt and are rarely bothersome, but in some cases there may be painless bleeding during bowel movements and a hemorrhoid pushing through the anal opening (prolapsed or bulging hemorrhoid), which can cause pain and irritation.
According to the portal Medline Plus, It is necessary to see a professional when the person has symptoms after a week of home treatment and there is rectal bleeding.
“Hemorrhoids are a common cause of bleeding, but other conditions can also cause bleeding, such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, colorectal cancer, and anal cancer. Therefore, it is important to consult your provider to find the cause of the bleeding ”, they highlight in the aforementioned portal.
In the case of internal hemorrhoids, specialists maintain that the most effective medicinal plants are infusions of nettle, chamomile, alfalfa and horse chestnut.
To the previous plants they attribute properties that they allow to close the wounds and stop the bleeding, preventing the pain from becoming even more acute.
Some tips to avoid hemorrhoids
Magazine AHOWTOpublished through the portal Sports worldlisted a series of tips with which, by following them, it is possible to avoid the development of hemorrhoids or if you already have it, reduce its symptoms:
1. Control constipation: Being one of the factors that most affects the appearance of hemorrhoids, it is important to keep this condition under control. In this way, there will not be excessive pressure on the blood vessels in the area and irritation will be avoided.
2. Do not do strong physical activities: Those who already have hemorrhoids should not do activities that require a lot of force. For example, lifting heavy objects or riding a horse could worsen the symptoms of the pathology.
3. Consider genetics: Although it is not very usual, it is possible that the appearance of hemorrhoids is due to some family history. Therefore, people who have immediate family with this problem should be the ones who take care of themselves the most.
4. Avoid sedentary lifestyle: Not practicing exercise and sitting for long periods of time contributes to both the appearance of hemorrhoids and obesity. It is advisable to practice regular physical activity and avoid spending hours in the same position.
5. Get away from being overweight: This condition is considered a public health problem worldwide and its relationship with hemorrhoids is that it increases pressure on the pelvic floor. To prevent them you have to take care of your diet and exercise daily.
