Brittany Wolfe

Hemorrhoid is a condition in which the veins in and around the patient’s anus and lower rectum swell. This causes patient discomfort and pain when they sit or pass stool. This condition is also called piles and can be internal or external, i.e. inside the rectum or outside it and near the skin. About 75 percent of American adults suffer from it but usually recover after a few weeks. Many times, piles are so mild that they go unnoticed but some cases can be severe if they last longer than a few weeks or cause bleeding when passing stool and require medical attention. In milder cases where discomfort and pain are felt but no bleeding is seen, here’s how to relieve hemorrhoid pain : Witch Hazel Witch hazel is an herb native to North America that has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce swelling effectively. This is why it’s often the main ingredient of some of the best hemorrhoid wipes and creams. It is also available in soaps and as an essential oil. Witch hazel can be applie...

Hemorrhoid surgery helps to remove the swollen blood vessels formed inside or around the anus and rectum. Doctors generally refer to these swollen vessels as hemorrhoids. Other over-the-counter medicines and hemorrhoid wipes are widely available which helps to reduce hemorrhoid pain . Purpose of Hemorrhoid Surgeries: Hemorrhoids popularly called piles are the veins inside or around the anus and lower rectum that have become inflamed over time and require surgeries or proper treatments to get healed. There are broadly two types of hemorrhoids, depending on their location. External hemorrhoids are formed under the skin of the anus, whereas internal hemorrhoids form within the lining of the anus and lower rectum. In many cases, hemorrhoids occur without symptoms and people barely notice them. Whereas in other cases, the symptoms can be uncomfortable and may require treatment. The symptoms of external hemorrhoids can include: Itching around the anus Pain around the anus, par...