Each one of us can suffer a hemorrhoid. You don't expect it but it can happen to any of us. Hemorrhoids are associated with constipation and straining at bowel movements. That's why other simple cases can be treated with simple changes to diet and bowel habits. Such conditions lead to increased pressure in the hemorrhoid veins causing them to swell.

The pressure affecting the veins on the rectum can come from the following sources: pregnancy, constant constipation, diarrhea, standing upright for long periods and sitting too long, forcing a bowel movement and even prolonged coughing and sneezing can cause pressure.

Hemorrhoids are not that hard to treat though others may undergo serious surgery but they are not life threatening. There are hemorrhoid treatments that involve only steps that you can take on your own., such as lifestyle modifications.

When you are suffering mild discomfort

Given this kind of situation, doctors prescribed only over-the-counter creams or ointments. Suppositories and pads may be suggested to help relieve the pain and itching. But you need to consult your doctor before applying any cream or ointment as it may cause you rashes and inflammation with over a week of use.

Blood clot has formed within an external hemorrhoid

You need to see a doctor before the condition becomes serious. Doctors can easily remove the clot with simple incision but if there is bleeding and the feeling is more painful, most probably you will undergo Rubber band ligation. Other options your doctor may apply unto you is the injection or sclerotherapy and or coagulation that uses infrared light or laser.

Having large and painful hemorrhoids

In this kind of situation, you may undergo surgical procedures. Doctors may perform hemorrhoidectomy in which the excessive tissue that causes bleeding is removed. And or stapling in which the blood flow to hemorrhoidal tissue is blocked.

Whichever condition you may feeling right now, it is important to get them treated right away. Do not delay treating your hemorrhoids because according to medical findings, bleeding could mask blood from a dangerous source like colorectal cancer.