Hemorrhoids Research
Hemorrhoids are the result of enlarged tissues and veins that develop in the anus and rectum usually from severe straining during bowel movements. Hemorrhoids can bleed, continue to enlarge and eventually protrude from the anus. This can cause irritation and pain that can be helped by gently pressing the hemorrhoids back into the anus with a finger. Constipation can be a cause of hemorrhoids by the straining during bowel movements. This can be relieved by taking ground up flaxseed on a daily basis of one to two tablespoons mixed with water, soy milk or fruit juice. Although hemorrhoids may bleed, it is not a serious problem because the bleeding is usually light and heals up without treatment. If the hemorrhoids are severe, a doctor should examine the person for a diagnosis. This can easily be determined by a physical examination of the anus and rectum by the doctor. This examination should be made to make sure the symptoms are not from a more serious cause such as from a tumor.
No treatment is necessary unless symptoms develop. Under the doctor's direction there are many options available for treatment depending upon the severity of the condition. Bleeding hemorrhoids can be treated with an injection that eliminates the veins with scar tissue. Protruding hemorrhoids can be eliminated by tying them with rubber bands that will cause the hemorrhoids to drop off with no pain. This is a procedure called rubber band ligation. Other methods to eliminate the hemorrhoids are using a laser to destroy the veins, an infrared photocoagulation, or an electric current. Surgery is the last resort if nothing else works.
