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Article Title: Hemorrhoids Symptoms And Treatment
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Hemorrhoids are actually varicose veins in the anus and rectum.
They occur when blood vessels that are either inside the anus or
around it become swollen. The more swollen they become, the more
painful they are. Hemorrhoids may cause bleeding, and their
constant irritation could lead to itching. However, most often
itching is a sign of pinworms or an overgrowth of Candida
albicans.

The following can cause hemorrhoids: constipation, chronic
diarrhea, straining when you go to the bathroom, and any
pressure that contributes to congestion in veins in that area
(like coughing, sneezing, or sitting or standing for long
periods of time). But let's face it, if you have strong blood
vessels, sneezing and sitting won't give you hemorrhoids.

Traditional Hemorrhoids Treatment:

The first step in most doctors' approach to treating
hemorrhoids is to suggest a high-fiber diet and bulking agents,
such as Metamucil. Next, they typically suggest taking laxatives
for constipation. The problem is that some of the herbs used in
laxative formulas, such as senna leaf, are harsh and
irritating. Instead, eat a higher fiber diet and take ground
flaxseed if your intestines need a little help.

Daily sitz baths can reduce inflammation. Get a large plastic
basin and put it in your bathtub. Put two to three inches of
hot water (110-120 degrees) in the basin and sit in it for
about 20 minutes. If possible, add some hotter water in the tub
so your feet are warmer than your bottom. Bring a cold washcloth
with you so you don't get too warm. Afterward, take a cool
shower or splash the area with cool water and gently dry well.


Topical anti-inflammatory suppositories (such as Anusol and
Preparation H) may give temporary relief. But they don't
address the problem like some herbal formulas.

Ligation is a more drastic therapy where your doctor ties a
small rubber band tightly at the base of an external
hemorrhoid. This cuts off circulation and the hemorrhoid falls
off. Sometimes, it's necessary to repeat this treatment.

Finally, surgery may be an option if your hemorrhoids are
particularly large or painful, or if bleeding won't stop. If
you and your doctor think you have time to try other therapies,
I have some safe suggestions.

An Integrative Approach To Healing Hemorrhoids:

Improve your sitz baths by adding a cup of strong
anti-inflammatory chamomile or comfrey tea to the water. If you
have spasms, try adding a dropper of valerian root tincture.

Two citrus bioflavonoids, diosmin and hesperidins, accelerated
healing and reduced pain in a French study of 120 people with
hemorrhoids. A high amount of hesperidins is in the Hot Flash
Formula I helped create (800-728-2288). If you have both hot
flashes and hemorrhoids, this formula would be ideal. It won't
hurt you if you don't have hot flashes. Or take 1,000 mg of
mixed bioflavonoids along with 500 mg or more of vitamin C.

Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is an herb I've talked
about before. It, and all other herbs suggested for
hemorrhoids, are approved by the American Botanical Council's
Expanded Commission E Monographs for safety and efficacy. The
ABC suggests a standardized extract containing 20 mg escin, its
active ingredient. Horse chestnut is often combined with other
herbs that improve circulation, such as bilberry and gingko.
Dose: Use according to label instructions.

Butcher's broom (Ruseus aculeatus) is used for fragile veins
and varicose veins, as well as acute attacks of hemorrhoids. It
can both reduce pain and treat the source of the problem.
Butcher's broom is approved for the itching and burning from
hemorrhoids. Dose: 7-11 mg of ruscogenin a day.

Witch hazel leaf (Hamamelis virginiana: This astringent herb
has been approved both for inflammation and for hemorrhoids.
You can use witch hazel both internally and topically. Drink an
herb tea made from its bark and leaves two or three times a day
between meals. Or apply an ointment or salve that contains
witch hazel.


About The Author: Alexander Sviridov is a practicing
proctologist. More information and advice about hemorrhoids
symptoms, kinds and ways of treatment you will find here:
http://www.hemroids-treatment.com
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