Hemorrhoids - a pathology that is associated with inflammation, expansion and thrombosis of hemorrhoidal veins that form nodes around the anus. A person with such a disease is concerned about pain and discomfort in the pelvic area. Hemorrhoids is a common disease, which, according to statistics, affects more than 10% of people. If hemorrhoids occur , treatment should never be delayed.
Causes and symptoms of the disease
Most often, hemorrhoids occur in people whose work is associated with a sedentary lifestyle: dispatchers, freelancers, office workers, drivers, programmers, and so on. Spending many hours sitting, it is impossible to avoid the influx and stagnation of blood in the pelvic area. In addition, with age, the tone of the vascular walls decreases. All this contributes to the development of hemorrhoids. To avoid such a disease, you should lead a mobile lifestyle. It is necessary at least once an hour to break away from the computer and do a warm-up.
However, people who are forced to stand a lot due to their professional activities also fall into the risk group: hairdressers, medical workers, sellers, etc. Apart from hemorrhoids, they can also develop varicose veins. This is due to circulatory disorders. It is necessary to perform warm-up exercises as often as possible. They will help increase blood flow and prevent blood clots.
Hemorrhoids are external and internal. In the first case, the disease is accompanied by the expansion of the lower veins in the rectum with the appearance of nodes protruding outward.
But for internal hemorrhoids, the expansion of the venous plexuses located inside the rectum is characteristic, with the formation of nodes.
The main signs of the disease include:
- a feeling of a foreign body and burning in the anus;
- discomfort in the rectum;
- the appearance of bleeding and mucous discharge from the anus;
- unbearable itching;
- constipation
- the occurrence of hemorrhoidal cones;
- pain and tingling in the anus.
Taking pills for a disease
Since the cause of this pathology is a pathological change in the veins, treatment of hemorrhoids without using medications inside is impossible. Medicines help improve blood circulation and increase the elasticity of the walls of blood vessels, thereby reducing the number and size of hemorrhoids.
For therapeutic purposes, with hemorrhoids, the following drugs are used:
- Procto-Glivenol and Venarus. They increase blood supply to the nodes and strengthen the vascular walls.
- "Vikasol." The drug heals the mucous membrane.
- "Heparin." The medicine helps to avoid vascular thrombosis.
- Detralex Its composition contains plant substances. The tool eliminates pain and burning, softens the inflamed mucosa of the anal canal.
These pills have a complex effect on the body, but have side effects. Therefore, do not take them without a doctor’s appointment. Only a doctor can choose an effective medication after examining the patient and conducting laboratory tests. He will advise how to get rid of this problem at home.
Severe hemorrhoids after childbirth: treatment of huge nodes
Hemorrhoids during pregnancy are a common disease. During the bearing of the baby and in the process of childbirth, the internal organs of a woman are subjected to strong pressure, their veins expand and naturally clog. For preventive purposes, expectant mothers need to actively move, follow a diet and train the pelvic muscles, preparing them for childbirth.
You should immediately contact a proctologist if there is severe hemorrhoids after childbirth (huge nodes). Treatment in this case, especially medication, can harm the baby's health. Folk healers are advised to treat such an ailment during pregnancy with fresh rowan juice. You need to drink it at 50 grams three times a day. In addition, it is recommended to take soothing warm baths with infusion of medicinal plants: St. John's wort, chamomile and calendula.
Elimination of external hemorrhoids
The fight against external hemorrhoids is performed in a minimally invasive, conservative or surgical way.
With conservative therapy, they resort to measures aimed at reducing and stopping pain, as well as eliminating uncomfortable sensations. To do this, the patient is prescribed ointments, gels, tablets, rectal suppositories and creams. During the treatment of hemorrhoidal nodes, the first thing they try to relieve inflammation, itching and swelling of the mucous membranes, to stop bleeding from the anus.
Treating hemorrhoids with blood thinners can help prevent blood clots. With external hemorrhoid cones, ointments and creams are usually used, since the inflamed nodes are located outside. In this case, it is more effective to use them than rectal suppositories.
The minimally invasive method involves the appointment of infrared photocoagulation and ligation (pinching) of external nodes. The first method is resorted to at an early stage of the disease, and the second - at the third and fourth stages. Minimally invasive procedures cannot be performed with thrombosis, anal tear and purulent paraproctitis.
Surgical treatment of the external nodes of hemorrhoids is carried out if the above methods have not yielded positive results, and the disease continues to progress. All this can lead to irreversible consequences that pose a threat to human life, so you can not do without surgery.
To successfully get rid of the pathology, you should not only take medicines, but also apply ointments, baths, suppositories and lotions. Moreover, you need to eat right for faster recovery.
When thrombosis of hemorrhoid cones is prescribed anticoagulants and thrombolytics, absorbable blood clots. For example, "Hepatrombin G" or "Heparin ointment."
External node thrombosis
If the disease was complicated by thrombosis of the external node, the treatment of hemorrhoids requires surgical intervention. Thrombosis of hemorrhoidal cones can lead to the death of living tissues and even sepsis (blood poisoning). With such complications, a person is immediately hospitalized and performed an operation - thrombectomy.
Surgical intervention consists in removing thrombosis from the inflamed hemorrhoid site. Treatment helps get rid of discomfort. The operation is simple, performed under local anesthesia for several minutes. The patient after it does not need outpatient aftercare, so it can return home.
After the surgical intervention of the patient, the painful feelings that torment him for a long time cease to bother, inflammatory processes and swelling pass. The postoperative scar is delayed for several days. During the recovery period, the patient is advised to strictly observe hygiene in the anus, especially after defecation. Complications after thrombectomy, as a rule, do not occur.
Home Remedies for External Hemorrhoids
With external hemorrhoids, it is recommended to use ointments. They are applied directly to the movable plexus of blood vessels located near the anus, using a cotton pad. There are many different ointments that are allowed to be used for self-treatment of hemorrhoids without consulting a proctologist:
- "Fleming Ointment", which is part of the group of homeopathic remedies. It eliminates inflammation, reduces pain in hemorrhoids. The course of treatment with this ointment is 7 days. Apply it several times a day.
- "Rootless." The drug is made from natural ingredients. It is intended to relieve edema, accelerate skin regeneration processes, and dry damaged areas. Apply it 2-3 times a day to the hemorrhoid, as well as after bowel movement. The ointment has a special applicator, which is used for internal administration of the drug into the rectum.
- Levomekol. Such a tool is very popular. The active substance of the ointment is chloramphenicol. Its main purpose is antimicrobial action, the elimination of pain, the removal of inflammation. Levomekol is applied directly to the hemorrhoids. Inflammation is treated several times a day.
Ointment preparation
Treatment of a hemorrhoid site from the outside can be carried out on the basis of honey, vegetable oils, petroleum jelly or beeswax. In traditional medicine with such an ailment, the following ointments are used:
- Tincture of calendula. It is advisable to buy it already ready at the pharmacy. In 10 grams of Vaseline add 5 grams of calendula, the ingredients are thoroughly mixed. The resulting product lubricates the inflamed areas after taking a shower in the morning and in the evening. Rub the ointment until it is completely absorbed, otherwise it will stain the underwear. Tincture will help eliminate discomfort during hemorrhoids.
- Treatment of thrombosis of the external hemorrhoid is often performed by propolis. In about 100 ml of vegetable oil, you need to pour 10 g of bee glue. Send components to a water bath so that propolis can dissolve. Keep this ointment in the refrigerator. It must be used after hygiene procedures at least 2 times a day.
- Healing herbs with pork fat. First, in equal proportions, the flowers of flax, the highlander, pepper and oak bark are mixed. Then melted pork fat is poured into the collection and simmer over low heat for about 1-2 hours. After preparation, the mixture is filtered and poured into a glass jar. Apply it every day 2 times, applying directly to damaged tissue. But before that, it is necessary to rinse the anal canal with warm water and wipe it dry.
Internal nodes of hemorrhoids: treatment
The expansion of venous vessels inside the anal canal can be asymptomatic for a long time. A person does not experience pain and discomfort. Cavernous formations do not go out for a long time. Often there are internal nodes of hemorrhoids during pregnancy. Treatment of this type of disease is aimed at improving blood circulation in the affected area and eliminating constipation.
Without timely therapy, pathology can progress, as a result, the growth of internal nodes and their exit from the anus to the outside occurs. Dystrophic changes occur in the mucous membrane, due to which the supporting function of the ligamentous apparatus of the intestine deteriorates. Increased cavernous vascular plexuses of the muscle ligaments can no longer hold, which leads to the loss of hemorrhoids.
The treatment of such a disease at home is most conveniently carried out with the help of candles. Medicines in the form of suppositories help to act directly on the site of inflammation. Suppositories from hemorrhoids are an indispensable tool: when dissolved, they secrete active substances and have a strong therapeutic effect.
If there is a prolapse of the nodes with hemorrhoids, treatment should be performed with suppositories. Well proven:
- “Relief Ultra”, “Hepatrombin G” - have anti-inflammatory effect (ichthyol suppositories also have a similar effect).
- Suppositories with sea buckthorn oil and glycerin suppositories. They contribute to the restoration of mucous membranes, the healing of cracks in the rectum and the elimination of foci of inflammation.
- Relief Advance and Procto-Glivenol. They contain active painkillers, including lidocaine.
It’s possible to get rid of the problem quickly at home precisely with suppositories, especially when cavernous formations are located inside.
Treatment of fallen hemorrhoids is also allowed with homemade candles. For example, they can be made from raw potatoes, from the core of which a candle is cut, there should be no sharp corners. Vaseline is applied to one edge of the suppository. The drug is best administered before going to bed.
It begins to act in 2-3 days. The course of treatment is about 10 days. Potatoes have the ability to relieve inflammation and cramps. Starch envelops the mucous membranes of the rectum, preventing infection and accelerating wound healing.
Honey is a very effective home remedy for hemorrhoids. Its medicinal qualities have been known since ancient times. This beekeeping product has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, it relieves unpleasant symptoms of the disease. To make suppositories out of it, you will need candied honey. The dosage forms of the required size are molded from the sweet product and sent to the freezer. Use candles for 7 days.
If a hemorrhoids knot has fallen out, it is recommended that garlic be treated as well, since it has an antibacterial effect. Candles from this vegetable can treat pathology in both women and men. It is necessary to grind a few cloves and mix them with butter, previously melted. From the resulting mixture, you need to form candles and put in the refrigerator until the oil hardens.
Rectal suppositories are also made on the basis of chamomile. First of all, a decoction is prepared from this flower, then it is poured into molds and cleaned in the freezer. Ice candles improve blood flow and constrict blood vessels. After this treatment, bleeding disappears, swelling subsides, and pain decreases.
Eliminate hemorrhoids on their own with rectal suppositories will work out quickly. It is advisable to introduce them after hygiene before bedtime. Relief occurs as drugs are absorbed.
Other effective remedies
Treatment at home for hemorrhoids can also be performed using various lotions and baths.
Trays for this disease are made on the basis of hot or cold water, to which medicinal substances are added. The procedure with cold water is carried out for 5 minutes 2 times a day. To do this, you just need to immerse yourself in a suitable container with liquid. Such therapy for hemorrhoids helps stop bleeding and relieve pain.
In hot baths, onion husks or garlic are added to enhance the therapeutic effect. In the first case, three handfuls of husks fall asleep in a bowl, pour boiling water over it and leave to infuse. Then the dissolved mummy is poured into the mixture and set on the perineum in the container. The procedure lasts until the water cools.
Lotions for hemorrhoids. Home treatment involves the use of cold compresses. A small piece of soft tissue is taken, it is moistened in a medicinal mixture and applied to hemorrhoidal nodes. The rag can be replaced with a wide bandage folded in several layers.
For the preparation of a therapeutic solution, clay, sea buckthorn oil and so on are used. With these means you can soak a gauze swab, apply it to the affected areas and leave it overnight. The lotion should be cold. Such a tool is suitable for people who are sensitive to cold baths. Moreover, vascular formations are allowed to be lubricated with propolis, onion juice or birch tar.
In addition to drugs for external use, funds for oral administration should be used. To get rid of the symptoms of the disease faster and to feel better, you should also try:
- Every day, eat before meals 1 tbsp. l overripe blackberries. The berry helps to eliminate the manifestations of hemorrhoids.
- Drink juice from lettuce, spinach and carrots, 25 minutes before eating.
- Take raw potato juice. It should be consumed several times a day before each snack.
- Add melon pulp to the diet for a mild laxative effect.
Proctologists recommendations
Even if there is no need for hospitalization, with hemorrhoids it is important to constantly visit a doctor, since it is better to treat him at home nevertheless under the supervision of an experienced specialist. The disease is very insidious, and can be asymptomatic for a long time, while continuing to progress. This condition can lead to various complications.
Doctors have developed a special diet, which they advise to adhere to with hemorrhoids. This diet is indicated for constipation and varicose veins of the anal veins.
In acute hemorrhoids, proctologists recommend abandoning foods that irritate the digestive tract: acidic, pickled, and spicy foods.
To avoid difficulties with bowel movements, laxative foods containing dietary fiber should be eaten. They are present in various fruits, bran and cereals. Such food stimulates the motor function of the gastrointestinal tract.
Still experts remind that it is important to observe a drinking regimen. You need to drink as much as possible with hemorrhoids of pure still water that normalizes the mineral balance in the blood.
Doctors advise adding low-fat fish and meat dishes to the diet, as they contain important body fatty acids and vitamins. They are necessary to strengthen blood vessels.
With hemorrhoids, proctologists recommend abandoning products that cause fermentation in the stomach. Therefore, you will have to abandon brown bread, muffins, legumes, sweets and white cabbage for the duration of treatment.
With proper nutrition, it will be possible to normalize stool and quickly get rid of hemorrhoids.