Hemorrhoids are inflamed or swollen veins that are located in the anal area or in the rectum.
There are different types of hemorrhoids and one of this is known as prolapsed.
This is an internal one that has been pushed out due to excessive straining during a bowel movement.
It is usually soft that looks like a grape and may sometimes discharge mucus.
Most of the time, it is not painful and you will only notice it after a bowel movement when it protrudes outside the anus.
Often times then can go back inside the rectum on its own, other times you need to push it back using your finger.
In a more severe case, you will not be able to push it back inside and thus, it will stay protruding outside the anus.
There are a number of reasons that causes this condition.
One of the most common is due to constipation.
People who are more prone to constipation are more likely the ones who are suffering from hemorrhoids.
Aside from this, not enough water and fiber in diet and lack of exercise are other known reasons.
There are various ways to treat this condition.
The early stages can be treated at your own home while the more severe cases require a more extensive medical treatment like surgery.
On the other hand, prevention is the key.
Ways to prevent this include increasing fiber and water intake, exercise, avoid sitting for a long time and minimize straining during bowel movements.