Hemorrhoids

QUICK FACTS: HEMORRHOIDS

Symptoms:

The most common symptoms of both internal and external hemorrhoids include:

• Bleeding during bowel movements
• Itching
• Rectal pain

Common Causes:

• Too much pressure on the veins in the pelvic and rectal area
• Straining during a bowel movement – Diarrhea or Constipation
• Pregnancy

Diagnosis:

• Medical history review and review of symptoms
• Physical examination
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Colonoscopy

Common Treatment:

• Warm tub or sitz bath several times a day in plain, warm water
• Application of a hemorroidal cream or suppository
• Increasing fiber and fluids in the diet
• Stool softener
• Surgery

RELATED LINKS:

• http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/hemorrhoids-topic-overview
• Click Here for more information on hemmorhoids