Hemorrhoids, a normal collection of blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue, exist in everyone's body and are believed to help alleviate the passage of stool and wounds to the anal and anal openings. When the hemorrhoids expand, the hemorrhoids may protrude and show symptoms. The reasons for this increase are not clear, but are related to fecal difficulties or constipation, prolonged sitting on the toilet, pregnancy, genetic effects and many other factors. Simple measures can help alleviate the pain and irritation caused by hemorrhoids.
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class= "image caption-inner"> a tube of ointment. (Image: yakubovalim/istock/getty images)Hemorrhoids symptoms include pain, bleeding, difficulty in cleaning after defecation, itching and slight dirty underwear. The enlarged hemorrhoids protruding from the anus are called hemorrhoid prolapse, which can worsen any symptoms. It is essential that patients consult a colon and rectal specialist or rectologist to ensure that symptoms are caused by hemorrhoids rather than by more serious diseases.
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Under the guidance of doctors, the prescription of strong hydrocortisone ointment can greatly alleviate symptoms. Hydrocortisone is an effective anti-inflammatory drug and must be used carefully. Long-term use may weaken the skin and actually cause other symptoms. Occasionally, hydrocortisone suppositories can be used for symptoms caused by high anal hemorrhoids. There are many other treatments for hemorrhoids, but the simplest and most easily overlooked treatment is to permanently stop using any type of soap in the anus. Anus is very effective in self-cleaning. Soap can stimulate anal tissue and any related hemorrhoids. If soap is used continuously on the anus, additional treatment for hemorrhoids symptoms will be ineffective. Gently wiping with sanitary towel is effective, less irritation to anal parts; avoid using toilet paper to wipe vigorously after defecation. Easy bowel movements can relieve hemorrhoid symptoms. Nutritional expanders, such as fibers, will help to achieve this goal. Avoid sitting on the toilet for a long time, otherwise it may cause or aggravate hemorrhoids symptoms.
When these measures do not alleviate symptoms, rectologists can teach patients how to treat additional hemorrhoids.
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