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Using medicine placed into the anus is a simple, effective and painless treatment for hemorrhoids. However, how to put hemorrhoids into the anus correctly and safely.
1. What is hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are enlarged and swollen blood vessels located in the lower part of the rectum and anus. The blood vessels become swollen due to the increased pressure inside them. Hemorrhoids are usually caused by increased pressure inside the lower abdomen. Some potential causes include:
Straining to have a bowel movement (this can be caused by constipation or a lot of diarrhea) Pregnancy, obesity, prolonged sitting Rectal cancer Anal intercourse Crohn's disease and Ulcerative colitis Internal hemorrhoids are located in the inner lining of the rectum and are not palpable unless they prolapse and push through the anal opening causing pain and itching.
Thrombotic external hemorrhoids occur when blood in a blood vessel clots, which can cause significant swelling and pain. Symptoms may include bleeding during bowel movements and a palpable mass or fullness in the anal opening.
External and internal hemorrhoids are diagnosed by physical examination and history by a healthcare professional. Sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy may be ordered to look for other causes of blood in the stool.
Several treatments are available for hemorrhoids, and include home remedies, for example, over-the-counter medications such as stool softeners and creams or suppositories to shrink and reduce inflammation of the hemorrhoidal tissue; change in diet.
Hemorrhoids can be prevented by exercising regularly, eating a high fiber diet, drinking plenty of water; Avoid straining during bowel movements, and try to avoid sitting for long periods of time, especially on the toilet.
2. Who is at risk for hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are very common. Most people will get hemorrhoids at some point in their lives. You are more likely to get hemorrhoids if you are:
Pregnant Sitting on the toilet for too long Being obese Working under a lot of stress and carrying heavy loads. Have a family history of hemorrhoids Persistent or chronic constipation or diarrhea Between 45 and 65 years old
3. Anal suppositories and hemorrhoids
Suppositories given into the anus or rectum are made from a solid drug preparation. They are dissolved and absorbed through the mucosa of the rectum. This medication is usually a combination of a cream or oil and with medication.
Suppositories are best used for mild hemorrhoidal pain and symptoms of non-severe lesions. Some rectal medications for hemorrhoids work to reduce swelling, inflammation, and burning in the mucosa. There are other medications that can make constipation symptoms less likely to help hemorrhoids.
Some herbal medicines made from witch hazel, coconut oil can help with hemorrhoids. However, these suppositories do not contain the ingredients of medicines that treat swelling, pain and inflammation.
4. How to put hemorrhoids in the anus
When applying anal hemorrhoids, you should follow these steps:
Step 1: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap under running water Step 2: If the suppository is soft, put it under cool running water or in the refrigerator Allow a few minutes for the drug to harden before removing from the wrapper. Step 3: Remove the cover Step 4: If you are asked to use half a bullet, cut it lengthwise with a clean razor blade Step 5: Put on clean gloves Step 6: Lubricate the tip of the bullet with water soluble lubricant. Step 7: Lie on your side, lower leg straight, upper leg bent forward near the abdomen Step 8: Lift the upper buttocks to reveal the anorectal area Step 9: Insert the suppository into the anorectal area with your fingers Step 10 : Hold the pill in the anal area and squeeze your buttocks together for about 30 seconds. Step 11: Throw all the pills and gloves in the trash and wash your hands thoroughly. Hopefully with the sharing on how to put hemorrhoids into the anus, you can do it at home in a proficient and effective way in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
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