Question 1

what causes hemorrhoids?

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Pressure.: Too much pressure on the veins in the pelvic and rectal area causes hemorrhoids. Normally, tissue inside the anus fills with blood to help control bowel movements. If you strain to move stool, the increased pressure causes the veins in this tissue to swell and stretch. This can cause hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids often develop in people with constipation, those who are overweight, or during pregnancy.

Question 2

what causes rid of a hemorrhoid permanently?

Accepted Answer

They wont: Surgery or ligation/ banding are the only options for permanent removal; however this is only recommended after trying other rx, & only if the symptoms are really bad. Preventing constipation can help releive symptoms greatly.

Question 3

what causes a internal hemorrhoid to develop?

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Veins: Hemorrhoids are very common, especially during pregnancy and after childbirth. They result from increased pressure in the veins of the anus. The pressure causes the veins to swell, making them painful, particularly when you are sitting.

Question 4

what causes very frequent hemorrhoid problems?

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Hemorrhoids: Constipation and excess pushing is the cause of hemorrhoids.

Question 5

what causes hemorrhoid and if i leave all that causes it how long will it take to heal?

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Hemmproids: There a a few causes of hemmiroids. They include straining from chronic constipation, child birth, etc. Usually treated conservatively with steroid creams, may need surgery if chronic or hirt really bad despite trying the cream for a while. Can go away usually week or so. But may persist.

Question 6

what causes external hemorrhoids and do they away on their own?

Accepted Answer

Pressure: External hemorrhoids are like varicose veins in your rear end.  Often caused by constipation or straining (like a women having a baby.). Often resolve on their own.  Treated by treating the underlying constipation (if present) warm baths, and local creams such as preparation h.  Prescription meds are also available.  See your family doc if not improving in a few days.

Question 7

what causes hemorrhoids? can they be prevented?

Accepted Answer

Straining: Eating a balanced diet, rich in fiber, is one of the most effective lifestyle changes you can help prevent hemorrhoids.  A high-fiber diet, together with plenty of fluids, softens the stool and increases its bulk, which will help you avoid the straining that can cause hemorrhoids or worsen symptoms from existing hemorrhoids.  Along with a healthy diet, walking can help ease bowel movements

Question 8

what causes you to get hemorrhoids and how to prevent it?

Accepted Answer

Pressure: Hemorrhoids are similar to varicose veins of the legs - pressure and gravity cause them to form.

Question 9

what causes hemorrhoids? what are the best non-surgical ways of managing/dealing with them?

Accepted Answer

Straining : usually straining or any increase pressure in the lower abdomen that will cause the vein to dilate and any abdominal condition that will cause increase venous pressure like portal hypertension.since the most common reason is straining ,avoiding that by keeping the bowel soft and regular by hydration ,eating more fibers and fruits and vegetables.non surgical way to eliminate symptoms only

Question 10

what causes a pregnant woman to get hemorrhoids during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pressure: Increased intra abdominal pressure. Stay well hydrated, eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruit, stay physically active.

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