Hemorrhoids (often mis-spelled hemorroids, hemeroids and hemoroids) are a very common problem in both men and women. Hemorrhoids are actually inflamed blood vessels or tissue located at the lower rectum. Below is a brief guide on their symptoms, prevention and treatment.

There are actually two main types of Hemorrhoids too be aware of – firstly there are internal Hemorrhoids, these are found on the internal area of the anus. The second type are external Hemorrhoids, and these are found on the outside of the anal area.

Hemorrhoids Symptoms

The most common symptoms occuring with Hemorroids are the following:

• Rectal itching – which is more acute when sitting.

• Rectal pain – caused by small cracks around the skin at the anus.

• Rectal bleeding – on stool, toilet tissue or in the toilet.

• Tender and bumpy lumps around the anus.

Causes of Hemorroids

The main causes of Hemeroids are Diarrhea, Pregnancy, Ageing and Constipation - as the excellent video below explains we are actually born with Hemorriods, but over time they become larger due to bowel activity, diet and how much a person strains when going too the toilet.

If you suffer from hemorrhoids you need to take care that you do not strain when going to the toilet. The reason being that if you strain you will put too much pressure on the veins in your anus. One of the best ways, as discussed in this hub, to reduce the straining is to eat a proper diet.

Also after going to the toilet be careful not to make the condition worse by rubbing with a rough toilet paper as this can cause the Hemorroids to 'flare up'. It is much better to use water to clean yourself after going to the loo, or a medicated wipe specifically for hemorroids.

A good diet which is high in fibre can help reduce the risk of getting hemorrhoids. You should eat plenty of fruit and vegtables and try and avoid white bread as it contains very little fiber and can 'bung you up'. High fibre brown bread in a much better alternative.

Hemorroids Quick Relief

• A hot bath can help relieve the symptoms, but be careful not to make the water too hot.

• An ice pack can also help reduce pain and swelling.

Treatments for Hemorroids

Fortunately there are many treatments available to help relieve the suffering of Hemorroids– these products help to reduce the discomfort of the symptoms mentioned above by shrinking the size of the hemorroids. Many of these remedies come in the form of creams and are available without prescription. if you do suspect you may have Hemorroids you should consult your chemist or doctor for more information.

One popular remedy is Venapro Hemorrhoid Relief Formula, which is available without a prescription

While not being a serious condition Hemerroids can be very painful and embarrasing and are best treated at the earliest sign. As we age many people will suffer from this problem. There are many programs for helping relieve the symptoms of Hemorroids . One of the main ones I would recommend based on the feedback given by people who have tried the program is given below:

H Miracle - “Natures Method to cure Hemorroids”