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We all know about that dreaded "H" word: Hemorrhoids. But what exactly are they? How can we prevent or treat them? For those of you who don't know anything about them, or for those of you who are trying to get rid of them, read on for some valuable information about hemorrhoids and thrombosed hemorrhoids.

Hemorrhoids are caused when the blood vessels around the anus become swollen. Blood can then clot inside the swollen vessel and become thrombosed. There are several ways this can occur. Lifting heavy objects or weights improperly can put excess pressure on the veins. Also, an improper diet can lead to constipation which often results in straining. Pregnancy can cause hemorrhoids as well. Changing hormone levels and pressure from the fetus can cause blood vessels to swell.

Well now that you know some of the main causes, what can you do to prevent hemorrhoids? Changing your diet to include an increased amount of fiber and water can go a long way in preventing hemorrhoids. Exercising and lifting weights or other heavy objects properly can help to reduce or eliminate the pressure on blood vessels. Also, remembering your main objective when you are on the toilet is important. The goal of going to the bathroom is not to catch up on a couple chapters of the latest book you are reading. Minimizing the amount of time you are in the bathroom can help you to prevent hemorrhoids.

Maybe by the time you read this article you already have hemorrhoids or you want to know what to do about them just in case. No problem, there are several different treatments out there. Soaking in four to five inches of warm water, also referred to as a sitz bath, a couple of times a day can help reduce swelling. There are several types of ointments and suppositories available over the counter as well. Using and ice pack is a different approach than a hot bath, but it can accomplish the same goal: less swelling. If you are already having a problem with hemorrhoids, a stool softener can reduce the amount of time it will take you to recover because they allow you to strain less. There are a couple of surgery techniques as well, including banding and injections. There can be some side effects from surgical procedures, so you will need to talk to your doctor about the risks.

Hemorrhoids aren't fun and can be painful, especially with thrombosed hemorrhoids, so prevention is a crucial step in keeping yourself healthy and pain free.

About the Author:

Rockape is a researcher of natural heeling cures for hemorrhoids and maintains a website pictures of thrombosed hemorrhoids and gives the suffers of this problem the best natural cure there is for this problem.

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