Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Everything you should know about Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are the most common disease in India with rising prevalence. The disease highly prevalent in adults contributes to 50% of the colorectal investigations. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins of the lowest part of anus and rectum.  During defecation, the veins bulge and get irritated, which may cause rectal bleeding. 

Hemorrhoids inside the rectum are known as internal hemorrhoids and bleeding may be the only sign of them. External hemorrhoids tend to hurt and bleed more than the internal hemorrhoids as they occur right under the skin around the anus.




Well, what exactly causes rectal bleeding or swelling in the region?
If you are overweight or obese or pregnant, it may create extra pressure in the lower rectum. This hampers the smooth blood flow and makes the veins swell.

What clinical studies say?

Genetic factors have a great influence on the occurrence of hemorrhoids. So, you are at greater risk of this disease if you have a family member like a mother or father having this disease.

Other causes of hemorrhoids are pushing during bowel movements, doing strenuous physical activity like heavy weight lifting. Also, hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy. People with hemorrhoids may experience pain and itching around colorectal regions. Other symptoms of hemorrhoids are moist pink/purple bumps around the edge of the anus.  You may see bright red blood in toilet bowl or stool with blood and feel of hard-knot around the anus are common physiological features associated with hemorrhoids.

who are a higher risk of developing hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids is a lifestyle disease and the following lifestyle choices can increase your risk of hemorrhoids.

Constipation

Alcoholism

High-fat and low fiber consumption

Obesity

Sedentary lifestyle such as low physical activity

Standing or sitting for a long time

Liver or heart disease

Anal intercourse

If you are already suffering from hemorrhoids, then constipation and straining during defecation may aggravate the symptoms. Adopting a healthy lifestyle can prevent hemorrhoids.




What to do for immediate relief?

You can treat hemorrhoids at home using ointments easily available over the counter or trying cold packs or soaking in plain warm water may give temporary relief.  If the condition is serious these remedies may not enable healing.

If the symptoms are worsening, then you may consult a doctor. 

The symptoms of rectal bleeding can also be the symptoms of chron’s diseases, colitis, anal fissures, colon polyps, colon cancer or diverticulitis.  So, do not depend too long on the home remedies. A high-fiber diet is the best thing for hemorrhoids and by eating more vegetables, nuts, fruits, and whole grains you can avoid constipation and hemorrhoids.

If you want to get the right diagnosis and treatment, you must consult the best gastroenterologist in Gurgaon.  Only an expert can provide the best treatment.

Effective treatment 

Minimally invasive procedures are preferred for persistent bleeding or painful hemorrhoids. These procedures may include-

• Rubber band ligation – Doctor places tiny rubber bands around the base of internal hemorrhoid so that withers and falls
 
• Coagulation – use of laser light to harden hemorrhoids which can shrivel easily

• Sclerotherapy – Injection of a chemical solution into hemorrhoid to shrink it.

Surgical procedures are preferred by the colorectal surgeon in India when you have large hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoid removal or hemorrhoidectomy is the process of removal of excessive tissue that causes bleeding. This is the most effective method of treating complicated cases of hemorrhoids.

Hemorrhoid stapling is another surgical procedure used for internal hemorrhoids to block the blood flow to hemorrhoidal tissue.

If you are experiencing symptoms of hemorrhoids and looking for comprehensive diagnosis, then contact Dr Amanjeet Singh.

Dr Amanjeet Singh is the best colorectal surgeon in India associated with Medanta hospital- Medicity, Gurgaon. He is a reputed and award-winning gastroenterologist in Gurgaon super-specialized in a laparoscopic and robotic surgeon.He provides comprehensive surgery services for hemorrhoids (piles, fissure, fistula, appendix, and abscess).

He has a rock-solid reputation of handling many cases related to rectal cancer, colon cancer, and other gastric health issues.  You will get here comprehensive surgical services with a multidisciplinary approach.  His services are highly affordable and surely reduce your hospital stay.  With top-quality patient care, he ensures healthy living.  You may contact him via http://gisurgeryindia.com/


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