haemorrhoid

 

1) About

 

Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding.

 

Treatable by a medical professional

 

Usually self-diagnosable

 

Lab tests or imaging not required

 

Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong

 

Haemorrhoids are usually caused by straining during bowel movements, obesity or pregnancy.

 

Discomfort is a common symptom, especially during bowel movements or when sitting. Other symptoms include itching and bleeding.

 

A high-fibre diet can be effective, along with stool softeners. In some cases, a medical procedure to remove the haemorrhoid may be needed to provide relief.

 

strain¹

streɪn/

verb

 

gerund or present participle: straining

1.

force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make an unusually great effort.

"I stopped and listened, straining my ears for any sound"

 

2) Symptoms

 

Usually self-diagnosable

 

Discomfort is a common symptom, especially during bowel movements or when sitting. Other symptoms include itching and bleeding.

 

People may experience:

 

Pain areas: in the rectum

Pain circumstances: can occur while sitting

Anal: discomfort, itchiness, or swelling

Gastrointestinal: blood in stool or constipation

 

3) Treatments

 

Treatment consists of diet modifications and laxatives

 

A high-fibre diet can be effective, along with stool softeners. In some cases, a medical procedure to remove the haemorrhoid may be needed to provide relief.

 

 

Self-care 

 

High fiber diet

 

A diet rich in high-fibre foods, such as whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables.

 

Ice packs

 

Reduces inflammation and dulls sensation of pain.

 

Cold compress

 

Reduces inflammation and dulls sensation of pain.

 

Witch hazel extract

 

A liquid made from the witch hazel plant that soothes itching, pain and swelling of the

 skin

 

 

Zinc oxide

It can treat and prevent diaper rash.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Medications 

 

Steroid, Anaesthetic and Dietary supplement

 

Medical procedure 

 

Cauterization, Rubber band ligation, Freezing, Sclerotherapy and Stapled hemorrhoidopexy

 

Specialist

 

General Practitioner (GP)

Prevents, diagnoses and treats diseases.

 

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