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Q: Constipation and Hemorrhoids
asked by: Deboo on April 9th, 2009
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Swollen anal walls and veins, lumps and small swellings, irritation and itching, a protruding anal tissue, obstructed anus – as painful as they may sound, these are actually symptoms of a medical condition: hemroids or hemorrhoids.

Read on to find out more about the causes, relief methods, treatments and how it relates to another medical condition which is constipation.

Hemroid Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Did you know that about 50% of the population are currently suffering from, or have previously suffered from hemorrhoids? This condition is more common than you think and it is the following individuals who are particularly susceptible:

• Hard laborers
• Long distance drivers
• Office workers
• Overweight individuals
• Pregnant women
• Weight lifters

This type of a medical condition appears as tiny lumps on the lower part of the rectum, which is a result of a swelling of the veins. There are two types of hemroids: internal and external.

The internal condition appears inside the anus and the lower rectum. On the other hand, the external condition appears as a small swelling which can be visibly seen on the opening of the anus.

So what exactly is the root cause of this medical condition? Basically, they occur because the veins around the rectum become distended as a result of lack of support from other tissues.

Hemroid and Constipation

If a person lacks fiber in his or her diet, constipation is most likely to occur. Constipation is actually the most common cause of hemorrhoids because this health condition makes it difficult for stool to pass through the body.

Hemroids Relief

Remember that hemorrhoid is a medical condition which is found in almost 50% of the population. As such, it is a must to know what early hemorrhoid symptoms you should watch out for.

It is also a good idea to immediately know about the possible treatment and relief products you can use.

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JavaMissus
replied on May 11th, 2009
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Good post...This is a rough thing to handle once it hits and keeps popping out...Laxatives do not help...They can hurt you...You are constantly going which weakens the colon....
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