Sitting may be a relaxing way to do one's job. But too much time on the chair may also encourage the growth of hemorrhoids which are not only annoying but painful as well. Those who suffer from this occupational disease include bus drivers, judges and writers. Sedentary occupations, however, are not entirely to be blamed for the disease. Constipation, straining and being overweight are other...

Piles, as they are commonly called hemorrhoids are swollen varicose veins in the anus or rectum. Piles are usually the result of exerting pressure during bowel movements, pregnancy or obesity. Causes of Piles 1. Piles can be hereditary with innate weakness of the vein walls. 2. In men, as a result of erect posture high pressure is created in rectal veins. 3. Exerting pressure due to...

It is with no doubt that hemorrhoid truly entail embarrassment and humiliation to the one having it. It is unimaginable that unexpected bleeding from the behind can actually occur to someone who has hemorrhoids (let the case of menstruation among women rest in this issue). Hemorrhoids also bring a lot of discomfort and burning sensation to the one who has it - not to mention the awkward...

Treating hemorrhoids - how to choose the least painful and most suitable option After consulting various specialists, each recommending his own pet method of treatment, a hemorrhoid sufferer gets online medical advice for choosing the least painful and most suitable treatment option. After being diagnosed with 'hemorrhoidal pathology" (3rd degree hemorrhoids, polyp in the anal canal),...

If you have hemorrhoids, you may be tempted to try products that claim they can make this annoying and painful condition vanish like magic. However, most of them are a waste of money. None of these products can actually shrink hemorrhoids or make them disappear. At best, these products can temporarily relieve pain and itching which is what a good sitz bath can do. The bad part is that some...