Internal Hemorrhoids

Internal Hemorrhoids, Hemorrhoids, Pathophysiology, Treatment, Management, Outcome.

Root cause of disease

Hemorrhoids can develop from increased pressure in the lower rectum due to Straining during bowel movements. Sitting for long periods of time on the toilet. Having chronic diarrhea or constipation.

Symptoms

Internal hemorrhoids lie inside the rectum. You usually can’t see or feel them, and they rarely cause discomfort. But straining or irritation when passing stool can cause:

• Painless bleeding during bowel movements. You might notice small amounts of bright red blood on your toilet tissue or in the toilet.
• A hemorrhoid pushes through the anal opening (prolapsed or protruding hemorrhoid), resulting in pain and irritation.

Causes

The veins around your anus tend to stretch under pressure and may bulge or swell. Hemorrhoids can develop from increased pressure in the lower rectum due to:

• Straining during bowel movements
• Sitting for long periods of time on the toilet
• Having chronic diarrhea or constipation
• Being obese
• Being pregnant
• Having anal intercourse
• Eating a low-fiber diet
• Regular heavy lifting

Home Remedies to treat Internal Hemorrhoids

Remedy- 1:

Materials Used: Coconut oil

Coconut oil, which is naturally available, is a natural moisturizer, which may also help with hemorrhoid symptoms.

Procedure:

Applying coconut oil on the affected area may reduce irritation and swelling, and it may also help reduce the urge to scratch.

Product Link: Coconut Oil

Remedy- 2: Aloe Vera

Materials Used: Aloe vera

Aloe vera has been used by many cultures to treat a variety of issues. According to research in BioMed Research International, the plant has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body and may help heal wounds.

Aloe may provide relief from the burning, itching, and swelling caused by hemorrhoids when applied to the anus. Purity is very important, as additives and preservatives can make symptoms worse.

Procedure:

Apply the gel on the affected area and massage it gently with your fingers. Leave it for 15-20 minutes and wash it. Pat dries the area with a clean soft cotton cloth.

Product Link: Aloe Vera

Other Remedies

Whole Grains

To get relief from hemorrhoids, you should eat whole grain products. Whole grain products contain a large amount of fiber which is effective to give relief from hemorrhoids and bleeding. These products can also help you if you have other gastrointestinal disease because it prevents constipation and it allows the colon to work more efficiently. Also, this food can reduce strain during bowel movements. It softens stools and increases its bulk. The best whole grain products for hemorrhoids are: quinoa, brown rice, millet, maize, oats, buckwheat and barley.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains astringent properties which help to shrink swollen blood vessels and will give you relief from irritation and swelling of both internal and external hemorrhoids. If you use unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar, then you will have better and more quality results. If you have external hemorrhoids, then you should gently press a cotton ball soaked in apple cider vinegar against the inflamed area. You will feel a stinging sensation. But after this stinging sensation passes, you will soon feel relief from itching and irritation. You should try this several times a day until the swelling decreases. If you have internal hemorrhoids, you should make one mixture. This mixture is the next: add one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink it at least twice a day. If you do not like the taste, you can also add honey to it, so you can improve the taste.

Almond oil

Almond oil is used for external piles. It has emollient and deep tissue properties which help to relieve the pain from hemorrhoids. If you want to use this remedy, you should dip a cotton ball in pure almond oil and apply the oil in the affected area. It eases and moisturises inflammation. Also, it will relieve the burning and itching sensation in and around the anus. If you want to have better results, you should do this treatment several times a day. 

Preventions

The best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to keep your stools soft, so they pass easily. To prevent hemorrhoids and reduce symptoms of hemorrhoids, follow these tips:

• Eat high-fiber foods: Eat more fruit, vegetables and whole grains. Doing so softens the stool and increases its bulk, which will help you avoid the straining that can cause hemorrhoids. Add fiber to your diet slowly to avoid problems with gas
• Drink plenty of fluids: Drink six to eight glasses of water and other liquids (not alcohol) each day to help keep stools soft
• Consider fiber supplements: Most people don’t get enough of the recommended amount of fiber — 20 to 30 grams a day — in their diet. Studies have shown that over-the-counter fiber supplements, such as psyllium (Metamucil) or methylcellulose (Citrucel), improve overall symptoms and bleeding from hemorrhoids

If you use fiber supplements, be sure to drink at least eight glasses of water or other fluids every day. Otherwise, the supplements can cause or worsen constipation.

• Don’t strain: Straining and holding your breath when trying to pass a stool creates greater pressure in the veins in the lower rectum
• Go as soon as you feel the urge: If you wait for a bowel movement to pass and the urge goes away, your stool could dry out and be harder to pass
• Exercise: Stay active to help prevent constipation and to reduce pressure on veins, which can occur with long periods of standing or sitting. Exercise can also help you lose excess weight that might be contributing to your hemorrhoids
• Avoid long periods of sitting: Sitting too long, particularly on the toilet, can increase the pressure on the veins in the anus