Definition
The term "hemorrhoids" refers to an inflammation of the veins against the anus and the rectum, which extend outwards, causing discomfort, pain and, often, bleeding; these are disturbances as common as they are unpleasant and embarrassing, which are characterized by the formation of soft and highly vascularized protuberances in the terminal part of the rectum.
Causes
Hemorrhoids tend to appear in both sexes, with a marked predilection for pregnant women (due to hormonal alterations, increase in abdominal pressure at the time of birth and the mechanical effect of the fetus); among the other risk factors, we cannot forget: alcoholism, incorrect eating habits, immoderate intake of laxatives, chronic diarrhea, genetic predisposition, a sedentary lifestyle, constipation, smoking.
Symptoms
Sometimes, hemorrhoids do not start with any symptoms, so the patient does not realize the problem; most of the times, however, hemorrhoids are a rather annoying and painful condition, characterized by burning, hemorrhoid leakage from the anal sphincter, swelling, anorectal heaviness, itching, secretion and bleeding.
Natural Care
Diet and Nutrition
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drugs
The choice of a treatment rather than another varies in relation to the severity of the hemorrhoids; just to give an example, in case of seriousness, the only conceivable therapeutic option is surgery (eg hemorridectomy), while in other cases the correction of eating habits is sufficient.
Clearly, we have just reported the two borderline cases, but we must not forget that hemorrhoids can also be treated with other methods:
- local administration of drugs with flammable therapeutic action
- taking oral medication
- ambulatory operations (elastic ligation, photocoagulation ...)
In case of pharmacological treatment, it is recommended to avoid spicy, spicy, alcoholic foods, and to follow the general rules of personal hygiene (cleanse the area affected by the hemorrhoids with warm water and soap with acid pH) to ensure that the condition pathological regress faster.
Topical Anesthetics : useful to mask the pain caused by hemorrhoids, often bloody, speeding up healing. These drugs must be applied directly to the affected area.
- Benzocaine (eg. Foille): the drug is available as a topically applied cream (20%); after cleaning the anal area, it is recommended to apply the cream externally, as needed, no more than 6 times a day.
- Lidocaine (eg Xylocaina, Lidofast, Luan CHIR): available as a lotion or cream at 3% -4% -5%; it is advisable to apply a thin layer of cream in the perianal region after thorough cleansing of the area, two or three times a day.
- Dibucaine (eg. Nupercainal): second-choice drug for the treatment of hemorrhoids. The drug is also used for the treatment of anal itching in general and for hemorrhoids in particular: it is an active ingredient with analgesic and disinfectant action. It is recommended that the drug be instilled rectally (using a suitable applicator) twice a day, preferably in the morning and evening after evacuation. Do not use more than 30 grams in 24 hours.
- Pramoxine hydrochloride (eg. Tronotene): available as a cream or anal ointment, it is recommended to apply the product after thorough cleansing of the injured area, following each evacuation. The active ingredient is also available in combination with hydrocortisone acetate (eg Proctofoam HC).
Steroids : with anti-inflammatory action, indicated to speed up healing from hemorrhoids. Furthermore, these drugs provide relief to the patient, as they reduce anal pain and itching.
- Hydrocortisone (eg. Proctosedyl ): represents the most widely used corticosteroid drug for the treatment of hemorrhoids. In general, it is recommended to insert a hydrocortisone suppository by rectal route (25 mg of drug), once or twice a day, after evacuation and cleaning of the area. Do not exceed 75-100 mg per day. The drug is also available in the form of a cream or rectal lotion: in this case, it is recommended to apply the product 1-2 times a day, as needed. Approximately, continue the therapy for 3-4 weeks, depending on the nature of the haemorrhoidal disease and the severity of the condition.
- Fluocinolone (eg Proctolyn): available as a rectal cream and suppositories. It is recommended to apply the product 1-2 times a day, for about a month. Consult your doctor.
- Fluocortolone (eg. Ultraproct): available as a suppository or rectal ointment. In the case of hemorrhoids, it is recommended to take one suppository a day, after defecation; the therapy should be continued for up to 7 days after remission of symptoms. Instead, the rectal ointment is applied twice a day; in the first 2-3 days of therapy, it is also possible to repeat the application of the ointment 3-4 times a day.
Natural remedies for the treatment of hemorrhoids
Some plants exert an excellent "therapeutic" action to treat hemorrhoids: among these we cannot forget ruscus, cypress, witch hazel and hypericum.
- Rusco ( Ruscus aculeatus ): the plant is rich in saponins with a vasoconstrictor and astringent action, particularly useful for contrasting venous disorders in general and hemorrhoids in particular.
- Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens ): the essential oil of cypress is used in some natural formulations for the treatment of hemorrhoids, thanks to the antispasmodic, vasoconstrictive and pseudo-anesthetic properties.
- Witch hazel ( Hamamelis virgiliana ): it is indicated for the treatment of hemorrhoids due to its marked anti-inflammatory (inflammatory), healing and astringent properties (favor vasoconstriction)
- Hypericum ( Hypericum perforatum ): its healing, astringent and disinfectant properties represent a valid natural alternative to speed up the healing of hemorrhoids.
The drugs and products described above can be accompanied by topical application of creams, ointments or emollient gels (based on Jojoba oil, shea butter, sweet almond oil) and refreshing (for example, mint), useful to give immediate relief to the discomfort generated by hemorrhoids.
