Piles Symptoms You Should Be Aware Of

By Melissa Hall


Hemorrhoids is a condition that many people have to unfortunately live with in pain.

There is a particular variety of hemorrhoids that are internal, and they're maybe the hardest to know about because of the scant symptoms they cause. These cannot be seen or felt, and only cause problems if they become badly inflamed. It's possible that these internal types can lead to anal bleeding, and naturally that is something for which you should seek professional advice right away. You should pay attention if you experience unusual amounts of itching during a bowel movement or after long periods of being seated, and there could also be some greater levels of discomfort. One factor that can serve to aggravate hemorrhoids is a relatively sedentary lifestyle, and because of that you really should make a point to break up the day by walking around, etc.

One reason why hemorrhoids is so prevalent today is that so many people sit at desks for most of the day. Hemorrhoids can be caused or inflamed by the pressure sitting puts on the lower extremities. It follows from this that by sitting less and moving around more, you can alleviate the problem. It can be rather difficult to do this, though, if your job requires you to sit at a desk for long periods of time. Even if you can only stand and move for a couple minutes, doing so is beneficial. If you can get a more ergonomic chair, that may also help. Getting regular exercise can also help even if you sit most of the day. Being overweight is another common cause of hemorrhoids, which can also be helped by exercise. Skin irritation, mucus discharge, or bleeding when having a bowel movement are all symptoms of hemorrhoids. Inflamed internal hemorrhoids can cause any or all of these symptoms. In most cases, these symptoms are not very painful and can be controlled by medication you can obtain without a prescription. However, if bleeding is a symptom you regularly experience, it is recommended that you see a physician, as this can be caused by more serious conditions that have symptoms similar to hemorrhoids.

Hemorrhoid bleeding should be considered severe only if you start losing a lot of blood and you get dizzy and weak. Although hemorrhoids are the most notable cause for rectum bleeding, you should see a doctor if this sign occurs. Other serious conditions exists like ulcerative colitis, anal fissures, polyps and particular types of cancers create rectal bleeding, which is why it is essential that you rule them out.

In certain cases, you should seek medical attention for your hemorrhoids. If you have a condition that requires you to take anticoagulants, for example, you need to talk to your doctor before taking any over the counter medications for hemorrhoids. You need to get checked out immediately if you start experiencing bleeding on a regular basis. In some cases, people attribute symptoms to hemorrhoids incorrectly. If, for example, you are experiencing and abdominal pain, you should see a doctor as soon as possible, because this is not a symptom of hemorrhoids. People who don't get enough fiber or who are overweight can develop hemorrhoids because of these factors. Other common causes are lack of physical activity and dehydration. Constipation is linked with hemorrhoids and these factors can lead to this problem as well. You may be able to avoid future hemorrhoids problems with certain changes to your lifestyle. Losing weight, eating a diet rich in fiber, and drinking more water are all factors that will help you avoid hemorrhoids. When you make these changes, you will be able to control the symptoms of your hemorrhoids.

Ranging from mild to severe, the symptoms of hemorrhoids are varied. Avoid any foods that can irritate your hemorrhoids until they've cleared up. If you can't get your symptoms to improve on your own, it's important to contact your doctor. While the symptoms just discussed are the most common, each case will look different.




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