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Why are hemmerhoids called piles
(18 Sep 2007)
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Hemorrhoids, also known as piles in some parts of the world, are veins situated in your rectum and anus that are inflamed and swollen. Though most hemorrhoids are easily treated there are some that could pose danger by their side effects. If you experience excessive amounts of blood loss from the hemorrhoids you may get anemic and as there will be a shortage of red blood cells in your system, you would be prone to weakness and fatigue.
If the blood supply to a hemorrhoids gets cut the hemorrhoid can get extremely painful and lead to the death of tissues, known as gangrene.
Hemorrhoids are basically of two types; internal and external. Internal hemorrhoids are inside the anus and may result in blood accompanying the feces or the change of color of the stool. External hemorrhoids on the other hand as the name suggests are protruding outside of the anus and are very painful and irritating. External hemorrhoids are also known as protruding hemorrhoids. External hemorrhoids can get swollen or form into a hard lump due to the clotting of blood in that region. In case there is excessive strain on the hemorrhoids by rubbing and cleaning it tends to bleed and itch.
Constipation is one of the biggest factors that can lead to hemorrhoids. If you do not take in sufficient amounts of liquids it would cause stool to get harder, which in turn would lead to hemorrhoid radiation. Increased intake of yogurt increases the lactic acid in the stool thereby causing radiation. If you have hemorrhoids you should take a shower and should clean the area around the anus thoroughly. For cleaning the area you should use warm water and after cleaning the area, dry it properly with a cloth or dryer to remove moisture. Moist area can lead to excessive itching. You should avoid the use of toilet paper. Avoid soda beverages, beer, wine, citrus juices and caffeinated drinks. You should take a diet that prevents constipation, which means a diet that is rich in fiber content such as whole grains, vegetables such as beans, cabbage and carrot, and fresh fruits. In case you experience itching you can apply apple cider vinegar using cotton swabs on the hemorrhoids. You can also eat prunes as they have a laxative effect and help on softening the stool. Apply aloe vera gel to the hemorrhoids to ease the itching caused due to the inflammation in the hemorrhoids.
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answered by G M on 5 Mar 2010, 7:40:43
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Cure for hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins around the area of the anus and inside the lower rectum. They are called piles as they are derived from the latin word ‘pila’, which means ‘ball’. They may protrude out from inside the anus and are formed due to straining for bowel movement, violent coughing or lifting heavy objects. Food allergies, liver damage or obesity are also the important factors that can enhance or in some cases, form hemorrhoids. The common symptoms of hemorrhoids are itching, severe inflammation, swelling, irritation or bleeding. There are external, internal or prolapsed kind of piles depending on their severity, symptoms and location.
- To cure hemorrhoids, it is mandatory to eat high fiber diet consistently. Whole wheat products and raw fruits and vegetables are the surest form of home cure for piles.
- Foods rich in vitamin K like dark green leafy vegetables and alfalfa prevent bleeding.
- Avoid red meat, high protein diets, coffee, alcohol and hot spices as they harm the lower digestive tract.
- To get relief from pain, sit in a hot bathtub till the water becomes lukewarm. This can be repeated for about 2-3 times a day whenever pain aggravates.
- Maintain your high intake of fluids and drink only purified water.
- Flaxseed oil softens stool and 1-2 tablespoons of it can be taken during prolonged constipation.
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answered by D D on 18 Jan 2008, 6:54:21
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