Bleeding hemorrhoids are a sign that the condition has become worse. If you are aware that you have piles and they suddenly start to bleed, you might want to check with your physician because this means that you have ruptured your hemorrhoids. However, blood in your stool can also be a sign of other serious health conditions.
One way to check if the blood in your stool is from bleeding hemorrhoids is from its color. If it is bright red, it could mean that it came from your piles. Everyone has hemorrhoids and they act as padding for the anal sphincter, the muscle responsible for moving the stool along. These are filled with blood vessels and they help aid in stool movement. These blood vessels receive oxygenated blood, hence the bright red blood, as opposed to the dark red color of the deoxygenated blood. If the blood in your stool is dark red, it may mean that the bleeding is coming from further up the anal canal or from other parts of your body.
What people refer to as piles are actually inflamed hemorrhoids. The inflammation causes discomfort during bowel movement. However, if there is blood in your stool, this suggests that you may have ruptured your piles. Since fresh blood is pumped to this structure straight from the heart, the flow of blood is much more intense. People may become anemic due the loss of blood.
It is also important to note that there are two types– internal and external. This is mainly classified depending on their location. Internal hemorrhoids are located further up into the rectum and you won’t be able to see them, unless they enlarge to the point that they stick out the anus. Often, internal ones cannot be felt because they are affected by visceral nerves, which do not transmit pain. External hemorrhoids are the ones that people usually see and they are more painful. Both of these can be ruptured and cause bleeding but it is observed more often with internal cases. If you are not aware that you have piles, blood in your stool is a sign that you may have internal piles.
Generally, piles can subside over time if the cause is no longer present. Creams can be used to relieve discomfort and reduce inflammation. However, if bleeding is present, damage has been done to the hemorrhoids. You should consult with your physician regarding the severity of the bleeding.
For mild cases of rupture, it can be treated with topical creams and ointments. These creams help heal the rupture and reduce the inflammation. For severe cases, surgery may be the best option. Most procedures remove the piles by cutting it off, or cutting off its blood supply so it dries up. Even some people who suffer from mild to moderate bleeding resort to surgery because it is the fastest way to treat the condition. However, the procedure is painful and costly.
Bleeding hemorrhoids are a cause for worry but you should not panic. Consult with your doctor and have it treated right away to avoid further complications.
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