Causes, Symptoms and Treatments of Piles

1. Causes, Symptoms and Treatments of Piles- Seow-Choen Colorectal Centre Pte Ltd http://www.colorectalcentre.com

2. What are piles all about? Piles, medically known as hemorrhoids are enlarged and swollen blood vessels that become inflamed and are found in the anal canal. They blood vessels appear in the form of masses and contain support tissues and elastic fibers. Piles are normally associated with pain and bleeding while defecating. http://www.colorectalcentre.com

3. Where do piles develop? • Hemorrhoids are seen to develop internally or externally. • Internal piles occur inside the anus and external piles that occur outside the anus. • Typically, internal piles are found from 2 to 4cm above the opening of the anus. • External piles also known as perianal hematoma occur on the outside edge of the anus. • People are commonly seen to suffer from the internal ones. http://www.colorectalcentre.com

4. What are the different types of piles? • First degree piles: These are internal piles that cause bleeding but do not prolapse • Second degree piles: These are piles that prolapse during bowel movement but reduce spontaneously • Third degree piles: These are piles that are always outside of the bottom and it is possible to push them back • Fourth degree piles: One of the most chronic cases where piles are permanently prolapsed and cannot be reduced http://www.colorectalcentre.com

5. What are the signs and symptoms of piles? • In most cases hemorrhoids are not serious and go away on their own after a few days. Following are the symptoms of piles: • A solid lump may be felt around the anus. It consists of coagulated blood, called a thrombosed external hemorrhoid. This can be painful. • After going to the toilet, there might be a feeling that the bowels are still full http://www.colorectalcentre.com

6. 3. Bright red blood will appear after a bowel movement 4. Itchiness around the anus 5. Mucus discharge when emptying the bowels 6. Pain while defecating 7. The area around the anus may be red and sore http://www.colorectalcentre.com

7. What are the causes of this disease? • The blood vessels present around the anus and rectum will stretch under pressure and may swell or form lumps. • Inflamed veins can develop when pressure increases in the lower rectum. • This may occur due to: • Severe constipation • Chronic diarrhea • Pregnancy http://www.colorectalcentre.com

8. Lifting heavy weights 5. Straining when passing a stool http://www.colorectalcentre.com

9. What are the treatment options for piles? 1. Laxatives for constipation 2. Hemorrhoid creams and ointments 3. Warm baths 4. Drinking lots of water 5. Cold compresses (a cold water soaked cloth or flannel) 6. Include lot of fiber in your diet 7. In severe case, the patient might have to undergo a surgery http://www.colorectalcentre.com

10. For treating piles, you need to look for good clinics that offer hemorrhoid treatments at cost effective rates. To search for the top clinics use the internet. Once you find appropriate center, fix and appointment with the doctor. http://www.colorectalcentre.com

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