Hemorrhoids (Piles), A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions

Just 1 week ago my sister in law consulted a doctor about a protrusion in the anus and bleeding in the feces when she passed motion for a few months, She was told that she had a rectal prolapse and surgery to remove the rectal prolapse. She decided to consult me about her medical problem. I examined her and found that there is a small protrusion from the anus which looked more like a prolapsed hemorrhoid rather than a rectal prolapse. There were 3 small protrusions from the anus rather than a whole mucosal lining of the rectum that show concentric rings of mucosa protruding through the anus. There was some blood on the protrusions that are typical of bleeding swollen blood vessels that are typically hemorrhoids or piles. Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels that are present usually at the three o'clock, seven o'clock and eleven o'clock of the anal openings. I reassured her because hemorrhoids are easier to treat than rectal prolapse. I applied local anesthesia and pushed back her protrusion. After this I inserted a suppository that will help to shrink the hemorrhoids. She was told to avoid straining at her bowel movements and avoid constipation. In all cases of bowel movement the squatting position to pass motions is the best where passing feces is concerned. Regular bowel habits in the morning or at fixed times of the day will also help. Avoid sitting on hot seats or areas like spas. Drink more water and do more walking especially after food to help the digestion. Take more fruits, vegetables and fibers that will help to improve the bowel movement, Most importantly if there is bleeding a colonoscopy examination is always helpful to exclude any tumors, polyps. Any hemorrhoids or polyps found can be removed at the same time. New methods of treatments using Doppler…