Why do people get them, and do you have them forever? Im confused on the stuff i read online. I hope thats what i have because it makes me nervous. i don't have medical insurance, so its not like i can go to my dr. I start reading stuff online that have me thinking cycsts and tumors. HELP so i can get some sleep
2006-12-29 18:25:09 · 6 answers · asked by Noah's Mommy 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
What are hemorrhoids?
A precise definition of hemorrhoids does not exist, but they can be described as masses or clumps (“cushions”) of tissue within the anal canal that contain blood vessels and their surrounding, supporting tissue made up of muscle and elastic fibers. The anal canal is the last four centimeters through which stool passes as it goes from the rectum to the outside world. The anus is the opening of the anal canal to the outside world.
Although most people think hemorrhoids are abnormal, they are present in everyone. It is only when the hemorrhoidal cushions enlarge that hemorrhoids can cause problems and be considered abnormal or a disease.
For more information you can go to :http://www.medicinenet.com/hemorrhoids/article.htm
2006-12-29 18:36:18 · answer #1 · answered by Naemesees 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hemorrhoids are caused by inflammation of little blood vestals in the lower intestine. This can be caused by tumor, cyst, wiping to hard, or a hard B.M.
Most typically they are treated by medication. If the medication does not work, then a small yet painful injection is made.
See a lower gastrointestinal surgeon. He/she may suggest some witch hazel, laxatives, and baby wipes at first.
2006-12-29 18:58:38 · answer #2 · answered by Phillip 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hemorrhoids are varicose veins of the rectum, They can be internal or external meaning you can see them if external but if they are internal you may not see them. They are caused by straining when having a BM or from frequent constipation. The only way to get rid of them is with surgery. If they don't bother you nothing needs to be done but if they are really painful then they may need to be removed. Hope this is the info you are looking for.
2006-12-29 18:32:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
to add to migables answer they also may bleed after a bowel movement..usually not much ,but enough to stain the paper..sometimes the bleeding will not stop. then they need to be removed surgically. If prep H doesn't help and you are really uncomfortable see you Dr.
2006-12-29 18:38:05 · answer #4 · answered by jst4pat 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
is a vein that get to much stress to handle, it hurts, no u dont have it forever if u find them fast, u can treat them with creams and in a few days u r ok.
is not deadly. unless the hemorroids is just a side effect of something more
2006-12-29 18:32:38 · answer #5 · answered by Mr HyDe 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well i dont know what is going on with you, you get hemerriods from having very hard stools, from being very over weight, and from the stress on your body from pregnancy, its a bit of your bowel sticking out your rear, they often bleed and itch and hurt, use prep H ointment on them, if you have very stiff bowel movements then take fiber pills and drink lots and lots of water.
2006-12-29 18:28:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋