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Hemorrhoids present a lot of symptoms, in which patients with pain from chronic hemorrhoids are very common. So what should the patient do when hemorrhoids pain?
1. What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids?
Symptoms of hemorrhoids depend on the stage of the disease. Patients with hemorrhoids located in the rectum will not usually have any noticeable symptoms, sometimes pushing during bowel movements will irritate the internal hemorrhoids and cause bleeding. At the stage when hemorrhoids prolapse outside the anal opening, the patient will experience more uncomfortable symptoms, in which pain from hemorrhoids is the most common.
Some signs when hemorrhoids prolapse outside the anus:
Itchy feeling around the anus, even in some cases irritation; Patients experience pain from chronic hemorrhoids with varying degrees of pain, from mild pain to severe pain, especially when going to the toilet; Burning sensation; Detect a lump or swelling, green or not; Presence of blood on toilet paper or in the toilet bowl during defecation; More serious is the condition that the blood flows in drops or shoots.
2. How long does hemorrhoid pain last?
Depending on the severity of the disease, the interventions and the lifestyle changes the patient makes, the symptoms of hemorrhoids can last a long time or disappear quickly. With mild hemorrhoids, patients only need to change their diet by increasing fiber, drinking lots of water, combining exercise and changing some simple habits to reduce the symptoms of hemorrhoids. , including signs of pain from hemorrhoids , will go away in a few days without the need for special medical intervention.
In case the internal hemorrhoid grows larger or prolapses outside the anal opening, the patient needs to be hospitalized for treatment, so the symptoms need more time to fully recover.
For external hemorrhoids, the hemorrhoids are usually large in size, so they require a longer treatment time. Especially when the external hemorrhoids appear thrombosed, the symptoms of pain caused by hemorrhoids will be very serious, extremely uncomfortable and difficult to intervene. These patients need to see a doctor quickly for early treatment to avoid complications.
A point worth noting is that patients with pain from chronic hemorrhoids or any other symptoms can still return even if they disappear. According to doctors, recurrent cases of hemorrhoids occur mainly with home treatment and are less common in people who have surgery to remove hemorrhoids.
3. What to do when suffering from hemorrhoids?
The symptoms of hemorrhoids are very uncomfortable and seriously affect the quality of life of patients, especially patients with pain from hemorrhoids. So many patients wonder and want to find the answer to what to do when suffering from hemorrhoids.
3.1. Sitting on soft cushions Patients with hemorrhoids, if they work a lot, should avoid sitting directly on wooden, stone or other hard surfaces. Instead, prepare a soft mattress and place it on a chair, thereby limiting the pain caused by hemorrhoids. At the same time, patients should regularly wash cushions and clean seats to limit the accumulation of bacteria causing superinfection.
Besides sitting on soft cushions, patients with pain due to chronic hemorrhoids should pay attention to choosing underwear and outer pants made of soft and breathable materials such as cotton, cotton, silk... At the same time, limit wearing jeans or pants made of hard fabric, with many folds to limit rubbing against hemorrhoids causing pain and bleeding.
3.2. Correct posture when defecating is very important for people with hemorrhoids, specifically the patient should sit on the toilet instead of squatting, always keep the back straight, do not put the hands on the knees but put your hands on your thighs to support your upper body. If you have difficulty passing stools, you can spread your legs to the sides, leaning slightly forward to maintain the curve of the lower back. In case the above position causes the patient to lose balance, put a chair or small wooden board under the feet to make it easier to go to the toilet.
3.3. Moisturizing Hemorrhoids Painful and dry inflamed hemorrhoids can be treated with a moisturizing cream that is intended to be soothing. Medical experts, Harvard University, recommend that patients use a cotton swab soaked in a little moisturizer to apply to the painful area of hemorrhoids to improve discomfort. Note, hemorrhoid patients should choose moisturizing products that are free of colorants, fragrances, and preferably made from natural ingredients to limit irritation.
3.4. Apply cold ice The low temperature of ice when applied to the hemorrhoid will reduce the pain quickly, but only apply when the hemorrhoid does not bleed. Patients only need to put a few ice cubes in a cotton towel (sterilized) and proceed to apply it to the swollen hemorrhoid for 15-20 minutes, the pain from hemorrhoids will subside quickly. Then lie on your side to rest for 10 minutes and then do the same steps again.
4. Some tips to prevent hemorrhoids
Changing your diet and daily living habits sounds simple but is very effective in preventing hemorrhoids as well as reducing the risk of recurrence, specifically as follows:
Guaranteed daily diet Add 20-40 grams of fiber to maintain healthy digestive function and prevent constipation. Some commonly used high-fiber foods are avocados, raspberries, apples, pears, bananas, blueberries, strawberries, carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, broccoli, legumes, oats, quinoa, chia seeds, almonds...; Make sure to add 1.5-2 liters of water per day to facilitate digestion and limit constipation; Regular exercise is a way to keep the digestive system healthy and create more regular bowel habits; People who are overweight or obese should consider weight loss measures to reduce pressure on the veins in the rectum and anus; Limit standing or sitting for too long, especially the habit of sitting for a long time when defecating. Most patients with hemorrhoids are not severe and can completely heal on their own if you accept some changes in habits and maintain a good diet for the digestive organs. Although the pain caused by hemorrhoids is uncomfortable and causes many inconveniences in daily life, if the patient applies the above measures, this sign will quickly improve.
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