Hemorrhoids happen because of weak veins that swell due to pressure. The blood pools and causes veins to engorge; this can be caused by many situations, among them obesity, pregnancy, lifting heavy objects, straining on the toilet, coughing, sneezing, standing or sitting for long periods of time. People who eat a high fiber diet and stay well hydrated are less likely to suffer with hemorrhoids, whereas people who eat processed foods will eventually feel it in the end.
The primary difference is pain. With internal hemorrhoids, there is no pain because the swollen veins are higher up in the rectum where there are no nerves. There may be no symptoms at all, or you may have bleeding after a bowel movement. For some, bleeding may be the first and only sign. Others may experience a thin stool and the urge of not being finished yet. External hemorrhoids hurt like crazy and, if untreated, can thrombose, meaning they can turn purplish-blue and bleed. They can itch, burn and irritate.
Also, two herbs have a long history with regard to hemorrhoids. Butcher's Broom contains ruscogenin, which helps tighten blood vessels. Horse Chestnut contains aescin, which tones vein walls. Aloe vera juice may help constipation.
Please see a specialist to ensure that pencil-thin stools, bleeding or other symptoms are related to hemorrhoids, rather than something more serious.
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