Hemorrhoids
Common ConditionSwollen veins in the lower rectum and anus, very common and usually treatable with conservative measures.
Symptoms
Painless bleeding during bowel movements
Itching or irritation in anal area
Pain or discomfort
Swelling around anus
Lump near anus
Fecal leakage
Symptoms worse with straining
Internal hemorrhoids usually painless
External hemorrhoids can be painful
Thrombosed hemorrhoids very painful
Causes
1
Straining during bowel movements2
Sitting on toilet for long periods3
Chronic constipation or diarrhea4
Pregnancy5
Obesity6
Low-fiber diet7
Heavy lifting8
Anal intercourse9
Aging (weakening of tissues)10
Family historyTreatments
High-fiber diet
Increased fluids
Stool softeners
Sitz baths
Over-the-counter creams
Pain relievers
Rubber band ligation
Sclerotherapy
Hemorrhoidectomy (surgery)
Minimally invasive procedures
When to See a Doctor
See a doctor if bleeding persists, symptoms don't improve with home treatment, or you experience severe pain. Always have rectal bleeding evaluated to rule out other causes.
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Hemorrhoids: Common and Treatable
Hemorrhoids are extremely common and usually respond to dietary changes and over-the-counter treatments. For persistent cases, minimally invasive procedures are highly effective.
"Huwag mahiya—ang hemorrhoids ay napakadaling gamutin."
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