Hemorrhoid is a painful medical condition and is found in both, men and women. It can happen to both the adults and children. Older people are more likely to have hemorrhoids but that does not mean young adults do not have hemorrhoids.

So, here we’ve a put together a guide to help you understand what is hemorrhoid, different ways it can be treated and why an external hemorrhoid cream is the best solution.

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Types of Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are of two types- External & Internal. External Hemorrhoids can be felt by touching the anus region.

If the hemorrhoids are internal, you will not be able to see them, but you are more likely to experience pain and discomfort while passing stools. In some cases, you can also see blood in your stools that is most likely due to internal hemorrhoids.

Hemorrhoids are not serious health problems, but they are more annoying and cause discomfort on a daily basis. Some of the symptoms of hemorrhoids are:

•  Difficulty cleaning after a bowel movement

•  Bulging tissue near the anus

• Anal itching or pain

•  Painless rectal bleeding

Before you jump to treat hemorrhoids, it is necessary to know the causes so that they do not relapse after successfully treating them.

Hemorrhoids- Causes

Initially Hemorrhoids are not painful. The neglect towards proper bowel movement is one of the causes of hemorrhoids.

If your diet does not have enough fiber, you are likely to have hard stools that do not pass easily through the rectum.

Many people with hemorrhoids have a long history of chronic constipation, straining during bowel movement, and prolonged sitting on the toilet. If you are suffering from hemorrhoids then you should start with initial treatment that is treating constipation.

Treating the root cause- Constipation

The first stage of the treatment is treating constipation. Straining to move your bowels worsen the hemorrhoid problem and aggravate the problem. In such cases, you will not have any other option but to go for invasive procedures.

Increasing Fiber in your diet

Increasing fiber in your diet is the best way to soften the stools and prevent any additional pressure on the veins in the rectal region. Fiber is naturally found in fruits and vegetables. By including these food items in your diet, you can ensure the stools are soft and move easily through the colon.

You can also take fiber supplements like Psyllium or Methyl Cellulose as a substitute for dietary fiber. These fiber supplements are available over the counter and are safe when you follow the instructions related to its use.

You may also use laxatives to get relief from constipation. Once you have taken steps to eliminate the root cause of hemorrhoids, you can select any invasive or non-invasive treatment to get rid of hemorrhoids. The most common non-invasive treatment is anorectal cream.

Anorectal cream is a topical ointment containing Petrolatum 80% and Zinc Oxide 20%, which is effective in treating hemorrhoids.

The topical medication is intended to provide relief from local itching and discomfort that is related to hemorrhoids. The medication forms a temporary protective layer in the inflamed region and help protect it from irritants.

You should consult your doctor if you do not see improvement in the condition after seven days of treatment.

How to apply the medication?

The medication is only for topical application. Make sure you clean the area with warm water and soap and wash off thoroughly before applying the hemorrhoids creams.

Gently dry the area with a toilet paper or soft cloth and apply the cream over the inflamed region. You need to apply the anorectal cream at least six times a day or after each bowel movement.

Precaution while using Anorectal cream

You should not apply the anorectal cream to children below 12 years of age. Since self-medication is a harmful practice, you should consult your doctor before using medication to treat hemorrhoids.

By following a diet rich in fibers, you can ensure a faster results in hemorrhoid treatment (http://surgery.about.com/od/proceduresaz/a/HemorrhoidsSurgeryTreatmentRelief.htm) which involves using anorectal cream. The earlier you start a healthy diet and treatment, the faster you will be able to get rid of hemorrhoids.

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