5 of the most common causes of hemorrhoids that you should watch out for

Contents:

• Medical Video: Why do haemorrhoids bleed?
  
• What causes hemorrhoid?
  
• Is there anything you can do to prevent hemorrhoids?
  
• When should you see a doctor?
  

Medical Video: Why do haemorrhoids bleed?

The pain caused by hemorrhoids can hinder your daily activities, even sitting is uncomfortable. Indeed, what causes hemorrhoid?

What causes hemorrhoid?

Hemorrhoids aka hemorrhoids are lumps in the anus due to swollen and inflamed veins. Usually, hemorrhoids are caused by frequent straining too hard during bowel movements. Too much pressure on the rectum and anus causes swelling of the blood vessels in the anus.

However, there are several other causes of hemorrhoids that you may never realize, such as:

1. Chronic constipation. Stool that hardens due to constipation makes you have to spend more energy to push. This extra pressure can eventually trigger the development of swollen hemorrhoids.
2. Pregnancy. As the gestational age increases, the uterus will develop along with the development of the fetus. This uterine pressure will then compress the blood vessels in the large intestine to trigger the appearance of a lump in the anal area.
3. Sit too long. Sitting too long can be a cause of hemorrhoid, because the blood vessels around the anus will be filled with blood. The constant blood flow will eventually suppress the blood vessel wall until it gets bigger.
4. Lift heavy objects. Repeatedly lifting heavy objects can lead to hemorrhoids because of the buildup of pressure in the rectum which will affect blood flow and make blood vessels swollen.
5. Age. The body's aging condition naturally causes the blood vessels around the rectum and the anus to weaken and stretch, making them prone to swelling.

Is there anything you can do to prevent hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoid can be prevented easily, provided you do the following methods:

• Regularly consume foods that are rich in fiber, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains or whole grains.
• As much as possible, avoid pushing too hard when you defecate.
• Do not get used to holding BAB. Immediately complete the affairs of your bathroom once the BAB's desire comes. Defending the bowel can put pressure on the blood vessels in the rectum area.
• Don't also sit too long, either on the toilet or in other places. Get up for a moment to take a walk if you've been sitting in an office chair for a long time.
• Increase physical activity. Because, sitting and standing still for a long time will put pressure on the anus. So, a good solution is to do a lot of physical activity, so that it can help stool move through the intestine to launch a bowel movement.
• Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight can increase your risk of having a hemorrhoid.

When should you see a doctor?

If it has already happened, hemorrhoids should not be ignored. If you begin to feel pain or discomfort that is very disturbing, immediately see a doctor. Hemorrhoids can rupture and cause serious bleeding if left unchecked.