Hemmroids, most commonly known as Hemorrhoids (the proper term) are abnormally large sacs of varicose veins, tissue and mucous membranes in the rectum. Hemmroids is also one of the most common anorectal disorders affecting approximately 5% of the entire population. So that's about 336 million people suffering from hemmroids as of September 2008.

Hemmroid's most common symptoms are : Presence of blood in the stool, Feeling of obstruction caused by swollen veins in the anus, Protruding lumps hanging from the anus, Itching and inflammation around the anus.

Hemmroid causes : includes long periods of sitting or standing, lifting heavy objects, dehydration, obesity and lack of exercise, but without a doubt the largest factor is constipation and straining during defecation which resulted from poor eating habits and diet. Hemmroids often develop during pregnancy because of the pressure the fetus exerts in the abdominal area, as well as the hormonal changes that cause the veins to enlarge. Stress is another cause of hemmroid.

Hemmroid Diagnosis/Test : It is diagnosed based on a rectal examination. To diagnose internal hemmroids, the doctor will insert an anoscope , a thin, lighted tube to view the lower rectum. A colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy may also be performed to examine the inside of the colon and rule out any other causes of bleeding.


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What are Hemmroids
what are hemmroids picHemmroid|Hemmroids are abnormally large sacs of varicose veins, tissue and mucous membranes in the rectum. It is a dilated or bulging veins of the rectum and anus, caused by increased pressure in the rectal veins. Hemmroids also refer to small lumps that occur in the anus and lower part of the rectum as a result of swelling of the veins within the rectum. Hemmroid swelling is due to weakening and thinning of vein walls and their inability to sustain pressure which resulted to burning feeling, itching, and feelings of discomfort and pain.

Types of Hemmroids

    • External Hemmroid - common symptoms of internal hemmroid are itching and burning and pain. Streaks of blood may appear on toilet paper during bowel movements. Because of these unpleasant symptoms, external hemorrhoids get the most treatment attention.
    • Internal Hemmroid - it usually don't hurt or itch and you can't feel them because they are deep inside the rectum. Internal hemorrhoids are pretty harmless. Common symptoms are rectal bleeding and intense pain but internal hemmroid often protrude and clot.
Hemmroid Treatment|Hemmroids Relief

    • Sit in warm water regularly .
    • Stool softeners also help reduce straining and constipation.
    • Use ice packs to relieve swelling.
    • Avoid toilet tissue with perfumes or colors.
    • Clean rectal area gently and do not scratch. Try using moist toilet pads or baby wipes in cleaning
    • Avoid harsh soap in cleaning , this will intensify the irritation
    • Wear cotton undergarments.
    • Apply creams or numbing ointment to the affected area.
    • Try to avoid sitting and standing for a long period of hours to avoid are pushed down and pressure on your rectal area.
Hemmroids Causes

    Hemmroids causes includes long periods of sitting or standing, lifting heavy objects, dehydration, obesity and lack of exercise, hereditary but without a doubt the largest and most common factor is constipation and straining during defecation which resulted from poor eating habits and diet. Hemmroids often develop during pregnancy because of the pressure the fetus exerts in the abdominal area, as well as the hormonal changes that cause the veins to enlarge and obesity. Stress is another cause of hemmroid.
Hemmroids Diagnosis/Test

    Hemmroid is diagnosed based on a rectal examination. To diagnose internal hemmroids, the doctor will insert an anoscope, a thin, lighted tube to view the lower rectum. A colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy may also be performed to examine the inside of the colon and rule out any other causes of bleeding. As with any disease, a thorough diagnosis is significant to be able to accurately determine the appropriate treatment needed by the patient suffering from hemroids. In this case, a doctor will have to check the anus and rectum for any swollen blood vessels and with a lubricated gloved hand perform a digital rectal exam for other abnormalities. A lighted hollow tube called an anoscope is likewise used to view internal hemorrhoids while a proctoscope may be used for a more precise examination of the entire rectum.

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