Hemorrhoids are also called piles.
They are the inflammation and swelling of the veins in the anus and of the rectum.
They are often caused by excessive pressure exerted during bowel movement especially when constipation is experienced.
Most hemorrhoid causes are often triggered by pregnancy or aging.
Since hemorrhoid causes pressure on the veins of the anus, pregnant women are very prone to hemorrhoids.
This is also because of the added weight of the baby and the uterus on the anus.
If hemorrhoids are not present during the stage of pregnancy, it will occur most probably during or after child birth due to prolonged labor.
You will know if you are already suffering from hemorrhoid if you experience itching in the anal area, bleeding during bowel movements, anal bleeding after bowel movements, bright red blood found in stool, mild burning during bowel movement or pain during bowel movements.
These are just some of the hemorrhoid symptoms.
However, there are some hemorrhoid symptoms that should not be taken lightly, especially bleeding since this is also a symptom of colon cancer.
Though hemorrhoids last just for a few days and it can be treated at home, you need to consult your doctor if you experience bleeding since it may be more serious than a hemorrhoid.
If you have proven that you really are suffering from hemorrhoid and nothing serious, you can treat it at home.
It is best to choose the best treatment for your hemorrhoid.
You can choose between a cream and a suppository.
The cream is advised and more preferable compared to the suppository since the cream is proven to heal all types of hemorrhoids-be it external or internal whereas suppositories are recommended for internal hemorrhoids.
Choose wisely your cream.
Make sure you do not waste your money on the so-called miracle creams for most of them are not that effective and even more expensive than the others.
Do not choose the ones that do not just provide temporary relief.
Rather, choose the ones that offer instant relief and permanent cure for all symptoms.
It is best to pick the one with natural ingredients like aloe vera and peppermint since they are popular for treating hemorrhoids.
It is very important to treat your hemorrhoids at an early stage to avoid getting to the point when you are left with only one choice and that is hemorrhoid surgery, which is surely expensive and of course, painful.
Do not suffer with your hemorrhoids.
Do something about them and experience great relief.