Knowing how to identify hemorrhoids during the early stage can greatly improve the possibility of treating it without surgery. Hemorrhoids can be painful and embarrassing for most people because of the different symptoms involved. It is very important to be familiar with these symptoms in order to determine the kind of hemorrhoid you have as well as the proper treatment needed to eliminate the problem.

Hemorrhoids are also called piles, which are swollen varicose veins in the anal area. You can identify hemorrhoids by the severe pain especially during bowel movements that are caused by the inflammation of these veins. The condition also includes itching and bleeding as well as the presence of a lump around the anus. The pain can range form mild to extreme discomfort and bright red blood can also be present. Though bleeding is considered normal with hemorrhoids, excessive amount of blood should be taken into consideration because it can be a sign of other health problems.

There are two sets of veins that withdraw blood from the anal area. The first set of veins is located inside the anus and if these veins get inflamed, internal hemorrhoids occur. This kind of hemorrhoid produces no pain unless it becomes more serious. Generally, the only symptom of internal hemorrhoid is the appearance of bright red blood during bowel movement.

On the other hand, a prolapsed hemorrhoid happens when the internal hemorrhoid stretch out to the anus and becomes inflamed and swollen. If the condition is not treated immediately, it may lead to entrapped hemorrhoid, which is considered as a severe and painful condition. If entrapped hemorrhoid continues, it may lead to more infection that can spread all the way through the body. It is essential to visit a doctor immediately if the condition develops.

It is crucial that you are able to identify hemorrhoids the moment they start to appear. The earlier they are detected and treated, the better.