Piles - Causes And Treatment

Did you, or someone you know, recently discover that you, or they, have piles? Are you wondering what piles actually are and what causes them? If so, then be sure to read through this article. Here we will explore the most common causes of piles so you can better determine the best piles treatment for you.

To begin with, piles which are also known as hemorrhoids are veins inside the anal canal. When too much pressure is exerted on them, particularly during bowel movements, they get pinched against the anal wall. That cuts off the blood flow and traps it. The result is a bulb filled with blood, under pressure. These bulbs are known as piles or hemorrhoids.

Piles on the exterior of the anus, external hemorrhoids, usually cause itchiness, pain and bleeding. The bulbous veins swell up which worsens the problem. If you are experiencing this you are probably in need of a good piles treatment. You can usually see external piles on the surface of the anus. They look like large purple bulbs and are sometimes inflamed which causes redness around the hemorrhoid.

If you discover that you do have piles, you're going to need to educate yourself on the various kinds of piles treatment so you can decide on the best treatment for your particular needs.

There are quite a number of hemorrhoid creams, salves and ointments on the market to help alleviate the discomfort caused by piles. Unfortunately, they leave a lot to be desired. Some work but only to a small degree and only temporarily.

If your case has become severe and you are suffering from bleeding hemorrhoids or thrombosed (clotted) hemorrhoids, you may need to augment your piles treatment with surgery. There are a number of surgical procedures that are used to remove piles but surgery is very expensive and never guaranteed.

Your best bet when treating piles is to change your lifestyle. Make sure you are eating healthy foods, especially fruits and vegetables. Eat lots of anything with fiber in it to help clean out your digestive tract.

Exercise regularly. A good exercise program can go a long way toward keeping your body healthy in general, including the eradication of piles. Lose that excess weight with a good diet and exercise. Being overweight is one of the most common causes of piles.

Be patient. Don't 'hold it' for long periods of time when your body signals you that you need to defecate. When you do go to the bathroom, don't rush it. Let nature take its course.

You should include all of the above suggestions in any piles treatment program you choose. Even surgery will not keep piles from returning. Take care of your body and it will enhance your overall life.