Treatment For Piles | Treatment For Hemorrhoids

I think I have piles. I have some thing that looks like excess skin just outside my anus ring. I don't have problem when I go to the toilet but I bleed later. How do I stop the bleeding?
(28 May 2007)

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Piles or hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the rectum. The excess skin that you seem to feel is most likely to be swollen or inflamed skin caused due to piles. The anal canal comprises of inner and outer veins that cover the anus.

Excessive pressure on the internal or external veins leads to piles or hemorrhoids. Internal vein damage is rarely seen or felt, while external damage to veins can be felt on the outer ring of the anus. This causes discomfort in carrying out routine tasks but is not a medically serious condition.

Inflamed rectum, itching and bleeding are the common symptoms associated with piles or hemorrhoids. Bleeding piles is considered a severe condition as the bleeding occurs due to ruptured external or internal veins.

Piles are caused due to various reasons ranging from pregnancy, frequent diarrhea, consuming rich and spicy foods, low fiber diet, heredity, constipation, lifting heavy weights and age. Other reasons that can contribute to piles are maintaining a continuous seated or standing position, obesity, general weakness in tissues or veins and stress. Wrong eating habits and unhealthy lifestyle has made piles common among the young and old.

Consuming dry figs (three to four in number) soaked overnight after washing thoroughly is an effective home remedy. It is necessary to have the figs with the same water it was soaked in everyday first thing in the morning. This helps bowel movements and eliminates constipation. It also helps reduce pressure on the anus thus reducing discomfort and allowing the anus to restore its health gradually. Regularly practicing this routine can help contract the hemorrhoids over time. Powdered mango seeds with honey are also known to treat bleeding hemorrhoids. Mango seeds have to be collected, dried in the sun and powdered to be used as an effective treatment. Sesame seeds are also known to provide relief. A decoction of sesame seeds and water (twenty grams of sesame seed must be boiled in half a litre of water until it is reduced to one-third of its original quantity) can help treat bleeding piles.

Suggested home remedies that can further help this condition are intake of ample fluids. Increased fluid intake flushes the toxins and helps cleanse the system. Have a high fiber diet such as vegetables and fruits with skin, bananas, papaya and whole grains help passing stool and relives constipation. Avoid intake of foods that will make you and your bowels sluggish in nature. So steer clear from carbonated beverages, spicy foods, fried snacks, sweets and pastries. Focus on eating raw foods as compared to cooking, and frying. Steaming foods is another alternative.

answered by M W on 30 Apr 2009, 4:48:17

Piles or hemorrhoids is mainly attributed to constipation. Proper diet and lifestyle improves the situation. Take the guidance of a physician and confirm its presence, before taking any kind of treatment.

answered by r k on 30 May 2007, 8:41:33

Treatment For Piles | Treatment For Hemorrhoids

I think I have piles. I have some thing that looks like excess skin just outside my anus ring. I don't have problem when I go to the toilet but I bleed later. How do I stop the bleeding? (28 May 2007)

I think I have piles. I have some thing that looks like excess skin just outside my anus ring. I don't have problem when I go to the toilet but I bleed later. How do I stop the bleeding?
(28 May 2007)