Hemorrhoids are a painful condition caused by swollen veins in the anus and rectum, and can often cause bleeding. Many things can cause hemorrhoids, including straining due to constipation, lifting heavy objects, and sitting for long periods of time. External hemorrhoids are more painful, and can cause itching and pain in addition to bleeding, while internal ones tend to not be as uncomfortable, but can still cause bleeding nonetheless. If you are looking to reduce or eliminate hemorrhoids, you have a few options.

Treatment of hemorrhoids can be done via several methods. Hydrocortisone creams can be used to reduce inflammation and can help reduce the swelling and itching of the hemorrhoids. Hydrocortisone creams are available over the counter and are generally used for external hemorrhoids, though there are creams for internal hemorrhoids as well. If this treatment doesn't work, a doctor can prescribe other kinds of creams as well, which can be administered on the site of the hemorrhoid. Hemorrhoids also can be removed surgically, in which case the swollen veins are removed (or, in some cases, stapled back into place), which fixes the problem. Post-operative pain, on the other hand, can be significant, and there is always the risk of stitches breaking during bowel movements for a short period of time after the procedure. There is also the danger of structural damage, weakening the anus and rectum, as well as a chance of infection. One other option is the use of lasers to shrink hemorrhoids. While effective and offering fewer side effects, this type of treatment may have to be undergone several times before the hemorrhoids shrink.

One way to reduce bleeding hemorrhoids is to try and prevent the conditions which caused them to arise. For example, if you suffer from constipation, adding some fiber to your diet may alleviate the strain on your bowels and help reduce and prevent your hemorrhoids. Fiber is easy to add to your diet, simply by adding beans, whole grain cereals, fruits and vegetables, bran, or fiber supplements. Since hard stools can also cause hemorrhoids, one method of treating them is by using a stool softener, such as Colace or Senokot, which are both available over the counter. Drinking enough water (at least 8 glasses a day) can also help soften your stools. Finally, try to avoid sitting for extended periods of time. Not only can this help relieve some of the symptoms of your hemorrhoids, it, when used along with other treatments, can help keep them from getting aggravated and recurring.

Of course, you should always check with your doctor when you experience blood in your bowel movements, as it could be a sign of something more serious. Otherwise, bleeding hemorrhoids, while painful, are easily treatable.

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