by Jo Allison on 17/05/2010
Piles symptoms are anal itching, soreness, occasional bleeding and sometimes excruciating pain when trying to pass stools (see this post)
Piles are similar to varicose veins, they are enlarged veins, the difference is they are in the lower intestine and anus. They are extremely common with half of the adult population contracting them at some time or other in their life. Piles symptoms are frequently caused by excessive straining when on the toilet due to constipation..
People who are susceptible to hemeroids are:
• pregnant women,
• people overweight
• people who eat a lot of fast food, pizza, burgers etc
• people who spend a lot of time sitting, truck drivers, even office workers
Common forms of home treatment for piles symptoms are ointments and/or suppositories and an effective form of relief is Venapro. Together with a few diet changes hemeroids often clear up within a week or two.
However in the rare cases when home cures don’t clear up the problem there are medical alternatives.
These could be either:
• a small injection into the tissue surrounding the hemeroid known as “sclerotherapy” which cause it to shrink ()
• placing a small rubber band around the base of the hemeroid, known as “rubber band ligation” this restricts the blood flow again causing the pile to wither.
• cryotherapy which freezes the hemeroid.
Of course prevention is the way to go to avoid piles symptoms and is often a simple matter of avoiding constipation. This can be easily done by eating ample fiber in the form of fresh vegetables and fruit together with plenty of fresh water. This will keep you stools soft and easy to pass.
If you already have piles symptoms, make any necessary adjustments to your diet to avoid constipation. When on the toilet, TAKE YOUR TIME don’t rush and strain. To keep the anus clean I would highly recommend using a bidet easily installed in your existing toilet. This will prevent the often agonizing use of abrasive toilet paper . Then apply some Venapro ointment this is a product made from acclaimed and tested ingredients.
by Jo Allison on 23/03/2010
Piles treatment and home cures here are a few useful and easy to use remedies.
It is well known that one of the easiest piles treatment can be exercise. But it’s important the exercises must train the abdominal muscles which will help with blood circulation in the intestines and anus. For those in need of quick relief I would suggest venapro
Here’s an unusual piles treatment used by homoeopathic physicians which requires mango seeds. The mango seeds must be dried then they should be to ground to a fine powder. The recommended dose is 1½ gm twice daily and can be eaten with a little honey if desired. This is recognized as an effective way for stopping hemroids and is used by many Asian doctors.
Another piles treatment
uses the leaves from a turnip to stop the symptoms connected with hemroids. You should extract the juice from the leaves then take 150 ml of turnip juice. Also remember to consume an appropriate quantity of uncooked fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of fresh water.
One more piles treatment worth considering is Ginger. Try this, take half a teaspoon of ginger juice (freshly made) together with fresh mint and lime juice. You may want to add some honey. This is considered an extremely helpful piles treatment.
Something that you might not be aware of, is that a diet plan of fruit for a week is very effective in treating the root cause of piles which is constipation. And this will deal with persistent constipation and cleans the system out. I’d also recommend an all natural food diet which will soften your stools.
The final piles treatment home remedy I’ve got for you today is radishes. A hundred milligrams of radishes which are grated and mixed with some honey is taken two times a day. You could also produce a paste from the radish and apply it to lessen the swelling and soreness.
by Jo Allison on 10/03/2010
Studies have shown that poor diet, being overweight, stress and too much alcohol and caffeine are coupled with piles.
Everyday signs of piles are tenderness, irritation, itching, bleeding, plus distress when passing stools, to ease these syptoms try this. With external piles, there is notable swelling and perhaps small lamps visable on the anal muscle. Internal piles are much less troublesome in comparison to external piles. If there is bleeding the blood is frequently a vivid red color.
Piles are commonly listed as first, second, third and fourth degree piles. This is commonly based on how much prolapse there is (when the piles are exposed outside the anus). With third or fourth degree piles there might be a slimy discharge as well as blood on the toilet paper. If you find sitting uncomfortable then this will help.
Piles treatment for home relief:
- Frequent hot baths are very good to reduce the soreness and itching. Additionally, ice can be applied to help eliminate swelling.
- Bring some milk to the boil add a ripe banana then purée it. Drinking this two or three times daily is probably the simplest piles treatment.
- Mix of one tablespoon roasted plus un-roasted black cumin seeds. Then crush them to produce a fine powder, drink this in a glass of water every day.
- Soak some figs in a tumbler of water overnight and then eat them in the morning without doubt this is one of the most effective home piles treatment remedies. Continue this for about four weeks to get rid of your piles.
- Combining a half teaspoon of ginger juice/ pulp, a teaspoon of mint juice, a teaspoon of lime juice and a tablespoon of honey serves as a tasty and great piles treatment.
- A mixture of yoghurt with powdered black mustard seeds is useful in relieving Piles naturally. Plus, drink a wineglass of buttermilk after having this mixture. Black mustard seeds can in addition be taken together with milk and some sugar or honey.
- Yoghurt is a good piles treatment, enjoy it together with carrot juice or grated carrots.
Piles treatment diets:
A good piles treatment diet should include plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole wheat for good health and to eliminate constipation. A high fiber diet is generally recommended because of this. Vegetable juices like tomato, carrots etc are extremely good taken separately or together.
Furthermore, bioflavonoids, particularly those in vitamin C aids in strengthening tissues and capillaries, this consequently is helpful in relieving along with preventing Piles. Actually, drinking radish juice twice daily is considered probably the greatest natural Piles treatment.
by Jo Allison on 06/03/2010
Hemeroids are an embarrassing problem causing itching, soreness and sometimes anal bleeding. Piles as they are also called, are enlarged and swollen veins in the lower intestines. For full treatment read this and to get instant relief I’ve found this helps.
People most prone to hemeroids:
- Pregnant women- studies show that hormonal changes and increasing pressure on the bowels as a result of the developing baby cause pregnancy piles . The strain of giving birth may also make hemeroids worse. Read this article.
- People with Constipation- this is a well know factor which increases pressure on the intestinal veins due to straining while trying to expel hard stools. This article will help you
- People who are over weight – excess weight can also put additional pressure on the lower intestines plus a poor diet will lead to constipation. Perhaps this article will help you
- If your job requres sitting or standing for prolonged reriods. A cushion like this may help to relieve discomfort.
Fortunately hemeroids are easily treated and immediate relief is available. It’s not life threatening but struggling with hemeroids is no fun and needs to be treated. As other medical problems it’s easier to treat them early rather than leaving them to get worse.
Piles are commonly treated in the comfort of one’s home. A large range of products are readily available over the net. Even though remedies are easy to apply, for a lasting cure some life style change maybe necessary. A fiber rich diet plus plenty of fresh water will prevent constipation which is a leading factor. Mild exercise will also aid digestion and circulation in the lower intestines.
by Jo Allison on 10/01/2010
Although hemeroids can’t be considered as life threatening, it is still essential to get rid of them to relieve the discomfort and misery. Fortunately there are many safe and simple home remedies available some of which you may already. Simple Do’s and Dont’s for Hemeroids offers immediate practical advice.
Witch Hazel is good
Cool it in the fridge first and then gently apply it to your hemeroids, using some cotton wool pads. This works for external hemeroids / hemeroids and should be applied 3 to 4 times a day. Ice packs or ice cubes can also be used directly on the affected area and will help reduce swelling. After which gently apply some aloe vera ointment or cream this will relieve itching and soreness. Try something like Venapro.
Changing your diet may help considerably.
Eat plenty of fibre rich products like fruits, vegetables and full corn products. Drink plenty of water too this together with a fibre rich diet will create softer stools which are more easily expelled for a more comfortable bowel movement. Softer stool also help prevent getting new hemeroids. However don’t over do it and avoid taking laxatives. Citrus foods like oranges and grapefruit are particularly high in bioflavonoids, which can help to strengthen blood vessels and may prevent hemeroids from returning.
Avoid
Eating a lot of cheese which contains lactic acid and can worsen your condition. Reduce or preferably stop altogether drinking alcohol and caffeine products.
Regular exercise
will also do wonders for the circulation and combined with a few simple diet changes will help prevent hemeroids. However any training which causes excessive abdominal straining such as lifting weights may cause hemeroids to start bleeding. Bicycling can also be uncomfortable and cause pain if using a hard racing saddle.
A warm bath
Hemeroid Relief
can also relieve itching and soreness try applying a product like Venapro afterwards. This acts as a mild anaesthetic and alleviates discomfort. If you need to sit for long periods I would definitely recommend one of the specially designed foam rings which prevent additional pressure on the affected area and will allow you to rest comfortably.
by Jo Allison on 01/12/2009
Hemeroid Treatmenst - Hemeroid / Hemroid drawing
Hemeroids with blood clots in them are known as thrombosed. They are often seen as a dark red or purple lump sticking out of the anus and can feel firm when touched although they can also be soft like small pockets of floppy skin. Simple Do’s and Dont’s for Hemeroids offers immediate practical advice.
Piles and hemeroids / hemroids are common in the west with something like 65% adults in the States experiencing them at some time or other. Women are particularly susceptible in pregnancy due to the unborn baby creating extra pressure on the intestines. But they normally disappear after giving birth. Experts say it is more likely that men will need to see a doctor for treatment. This I suspect might be because men tend to ignore the first signals wait before starting a home cure.
A Thrombosed Hemeroid / Hemroid
Although a thrombosed hemeroid / hemroid is sore, itchy and can cause excruciating pain they rarely need surgery and can normally be treated with a home cure. Taking a warm bath, applying an anaesthetising ointment, making changes to diet and following some guidelines.
Changes in eating habits often bring immediate relief to hemeroid / hemroid sufferers and can eventually lead to a lasting cure. It is well documented that in areas where a fibre rich diet is common there are few cases of piles. The sort of natural fibre found in fruits, vegetables and whole grain products together with an ample supply of water keeps stools soft and easily passed. It is well known that constipation is a huge contributing factor in getting hemeroids / hemroids as the excessive straining causes the anal veins to extend and rupture. Venapro will help relieve the itching and tenderness.
using Lasers or Infra-red light
A more modern way of treating and removing piles is using lasers or infra-red light sources which burn the thrombosed tissue. Occasionally hemeroids / hemroids are removed by surgery under local anaesthetic if severe. But even this rarely warrants spending the night in hospital and the discomfort soon passes with most patients being able to return to work after 7 days. The upside is that hemeroids / hemroids once surgically removed rarely return.
