If you have ever had bleeding hemorrhoids, you know how frightening they can be. They are very unnerving because you may think that they may be a sign of something seriously wrong, like Cancer. This is rarely true so try to remain calm.
If your hemorrhoids only happen intermittently, there are some things you can do to prevent them from ever happening again. The #1 cause of a bleeding hemorrhoid is hard stools. If your stools are hard, it makes them extremely difficult to pass them.
Hard stools may be a sign that you’re not consuming enough fiber and water. They might also be linked to poor diet, not enough fiber, pregnancy, drinking too much alcohol, lack of exercise, sitting or standing too long, excessive weight, aging, genetics, prolonged diarrhea, and heavy lifting.
A hemorrhoid is merely an enlarged vein in the anus and is really just another varicose vein. In healthy persons, the tissue around the anus fills with blood to help regulate bowel movements.
However, when there is constant pressure or other factors restricting blood flow, the veins become inflamed. Poor blood flow may cause a blood clot. That often results in a painful, swollen, protruding, and/or bleeding hemorrhoid.
Prevent Bleeding Hemorrhoids
Constipation is the #1 cause of hard stools. You might be constipated if you don't drink enough fluids, are not active enough, are not eating enough fiber, are taking medications whose side effects include constipation, are not using the bathroom when you have the urge to have a bowel movement, and are under excessive stress.
Any of these things can cause the stools to move more slowly through your intestines, which can result in constipation.
Daily fiber ensures that your bowels stay bulky yet soft. Drinking lots of water also makes elimination easier too. You can either get fiber from your diet or take a fiber supplement. There are many fiber supplements on the market but buy the ones that are all natural fiber brands.
If you prefer fiber that doesn't get too thick, try Benefiber Sugar Free Non-Thickening Powder Supplement. The point is to get lots of extra fiber, not chemicals! Stool softeners plus extra fiber typicially do the trick when both are consumed daily!
You might also try taking plain stool softener’s every day. They really help prevent hard stools before they happen. Try the generic brands. They have the same ingredients as the name brands and you'll save money!
If you have a bleeding hemorrhoid, there are a few ways to relieve the pain.
Relieve Painful Hemorrhoids
Take warm baths.
Clean your anus after each bowel movement by patting gently with moist toilet paper or moistened pads such as baby wipes.
Use ice packs to reduce swelling.
Use acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) or aspirin to help relieve pain.
Apply witch hazel to the area or use a numbing ointment. Hydrocortisone 10% creams can be used for itching or pain.
Use hemorrhoidal suppositories this way. This method really works well and you'll lose that uncomfortable feeling you have!
Life is hectic. We can’t always eat the way we want to. However it’s just as easy to grab an apple as it is to grab a doughnut. There are a lot of ways to include fiber in your diet without a lot of work. You may have to plan ahead but it’s worth it. It’s also just as easy to plan your activities around your diet instead of visa versa.
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