Hemorrhoids are inflamed and swollen varicose veins in the anus. They are more prevalent in women after childbirth and during pregnancy as a result of the increased pressure of the veins in the rectal region. This pressure is the cause of the rectal swollen veins leading to pain felt while sitting. This medical condition is categorized into two types, namely:
1.Internal – is the type that occurs inside the rectum at the opening of the anus.
2.External – is the type that occurs at the opening of the anus and may hang outside of the rectum.
Hemorrhoids may be caused by one or all of the following:
•Wrong Sitting position at the toilet seat
•Anal intercourse
•Constipation or diarrhea
•Obesity
•Heredity
1.Wrong Sitting Position at the Toilet Seat
A common cause of hemorrhoid is the wrongful toilet seat sitting. To reduce the incidence of the hemorrhoidal condition due to this cause, you must sit normally on the toilet seat. When the feces begin to get excreted, raising the feet in tiptoes should be made followed by a forward bend with the elbows supported by the knees. This position eases the pressure in the excretion of the stool.
2.Anal Intercourse
Anal sex or sexual intercourse with the anus used as a point of entry by another organ is also a cause of hemorrhoids. The anus as part of the human anatomy was not designed for such purpose (sex). Employing the rectal region as a sex organ places undue pressure on the anal canal, which increases the risk of contracting the hemorrhoidal condition. The use of lubricants does not eliminate the risk factor in this causative factor.
3.Diarrhea or Constipation
The frequency in the passing of stool in a diarrhea condition causes damage to the rectal veins. Good hygiene and well-cooked meals is one way to lessen the risk of contracting this cause of the condition.
4.Obesity
Being overweight is another cause of contracting the condition. The constant lifting of excess weight during walking or running places a tremendous pressure on the anal region. This pressure causes the weakening of the blood vessels in and around the rectal area leading to contracting the hemorrhoidal condition.
5.Heredity
Genetic predisposition to having the hemorrhoidal condition is also another cause of ‘Piles’ (another term for the condition). A person will likely inherit the condition if his or her parents had suffered from the condition.
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