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Haemorroids (Piles)
About Haemorroids
Haemorrhoids (often known as Piles) are enlarged and engorged blood vessels in or around the back passage (anus). These may be associated with pain, bleeding, itching and feeling as if a lump or bump is hanging down. You may notice a pain or ache around the anus and lower bowel (rectum), which can be really quite severe.
There may be itching of the area.
There may be bleeding from the back passage.
There is often a feeling of something coming down, or a bulge or lump at the anus.
If a haemorrhoid at the outside of the anus gets a blood clot in it (thrombosed external pile) it leads to a particularly tender, hardish lump.
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What Causes Haemorroids?
Haemorrhoids are very common. They are said to be more common in countries where the diet has traditionally been more processed and low in fibre. The main contributory causes are those things that cause us to raise the pressure in the abdomen. This causes the blood vessels to swell and become engorged. It seems that the people most at risk of developing haemorrhoids are those who have more causes for raised abdominal pressure, such as:
Those chronically straining with constipation.
After or during pregnancy. Here, the baby may actually press on the main blood vessel that returns blood to the heart.
Overweight people.
People with heavy lifting jobs.
What Can I Do About Haemorroids?
Do NOT strain excessively to pass motions. Straining damages the muscles around your anus as well as promoting piles and bleeding. It is best to stop (even though you have a feeling of fullness in the rectum) and go back to the toilet later. After a bowel action clean your bottom gently with soft paper or cotton wool. Dab rather than rub. If possible wash your bottom with lukewarm water in a bidet or bath but ensure that you dry the whole area thoroughly.
You can assist by increasing your intake of water to try to allow a softer less abrasive environment so that the haemorrhoids may heal and the stools may return to normal and by increasing your intake of high fibre foods. Eating a lot of processed food is unhealthy. Foods such as bran, fruits and vegetables will help your chances to of avoiding hemorrhoids. Certain toilet habits can also help prevent hemorrhoids prevention. Reading in the toilet is an unhealthy habit because sitting on your toilet for a long time could causes straining. Because of this, try to get the 'job' done within 5 minutes without reading. Adding vinegar to some meals (salads etc) may help shrink the haemorrhoid in some people.
To be most effective, nutritional supplements work better in combination. It may be more beneficial to take a variety of Herbs or Nutrients for more rapid and complete healing...
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The following Combinations are those recommended for the treatment of Haemorroids.
Supplements:
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Vitamins :-
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B Complex, B6, C, E
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Minerals :-
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Mineral Complex, Calcium fluoride
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Food Supplements :-
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Lecithin, Pollen, Rutin + Bioflavonoids
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Herbs :-
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Golden Seal, Witch Hazel, Psyllium or Guar Gum
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Misc :-
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Vinegar has beneficial effects in reducing the size of the Haemorrhoid for some people.
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Caution: Always seek professional help for any serious disease. The products listed may be helpful in addition to Medical Treatment, however they are not intended to replace it. When in doubt seek Medical Advice.
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Lactobacillus acidophilus may assist in the relief of bloating, constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, cramping and irregular stools. It may improve allergies and atopic dermatitis. It may also be beneficial when you've taken antibiotics. As a bonus Lactobacillus acidophilus may help support your Urinary system.
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