Hemorrhoids happens when the veins around the anus becomes swollen. Hemorrhoids are caused by many factors including overeating of high fiber food, pregnancy, chronic diarrhea and etc. Hemorrhoid is also caused by long period of abdominal pressure such as heavy weight lifting and sitting on the toilet for a long time. Hemorrhoid is not a dangerous disease.

However, hemorrhoid can cause pain, discomfort and bleeding in the anal region. There are two types of hemorrhoids which are internal hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids. External hemorrhoids is located outside of the rectum. Internal hemorrhoids are located inside the rectum. Internal hemorrhoid is treated according to the size. Natural hemorrhoid treatment is always more proffered then the use of surgery.

Rubber band litigation involves placing a rubber band on the base of the rectum region. The purpose of the rubber band litigation is to cut off the blood supply toward the hemorrhoid. If the pulse grows back after the rubber band litigation procedure, the procedure can be performed again. Rubber band litigation does not require a local anesthetic injection. The recovery time will be much faster and the procedure cause lesser pain compare to other methods.

Laser can be used to cut off the hemorrhoid. Rubber band litigation removes the pulse from the rectum without the need of a surgery. The laser will force the hemorrhoids to come to a closure so that the bleeding will stop and not a form a new one. Home remedies cannot be used to treat internal hemorrhoids. However, home remedies can be used to prevent or prolong the occurrence of the internal hemorrhoids on the rectum. Rubber band litigation will leave a sore on the operated area which will heal within a short period of time.

Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a chemical substance into the affected area to make it shrink. Topical creams can be used to reduce the hemorrhoids. Topical creams may bring side effects so it is best to seek the advice of your doctor. Some creams makes the symptoms go away while others prolong the occurrence of the hemorrhoids and not curing it.

The best treatment for internal hemorrhoid is to take preventative measures. Hemorrhoids are usually caused by constipation. Therefore, you should eat a high fiber diet that is consists of vegetables and fruits. You should avoid alcohol and smoking because they are the major causes of constipation. Regular exercise is essential to encourage soft stools in the bowels. Drinking lots of water is necessary to ensure a smooth bowel movement process.

Water will make the stool softer so that the bowel can easily get rid of them. In addition, you should avoid consuming coffee and carbonated drinks. Coffee and carbonated drink such as coca cola contains caffeine which will worsen your hemorrhoid condition.

You can always seek the advice of your doctor to find out the available treatment options before deciding on a treatment type. The best way to treat hemorrhoid is to keep soft stools. Soft stools can be maintained by eating a high fiber diet, regular exercise, and drinking lots of water.