Nobody wants to talk about it, but hemorrhoids can significantly affect your quality of life. In some cases they can cause painful symptoms for weeks and even months.

Getting Relief From Hemorrhoids Can Be A Game Changer

What Are Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are pockets or sacs in veins that develop around the anal area. They can be difficult to manage when they are red, swollen, and very painful.

Pressure from sitting or going to the bathroom can aggravate the blood vessels causing them to swell even more. Hemorrhoids are particular painful when they develop inside the rectum.

Causes For Hemorrhoids

Constipation and straining during bowel movements, chronic diarrhea, frequent sitting, a low fiber diet, lifting heavy objects, and exertion of the glutes are the most common cause of hemorrhoids. Genetics also play a role, as some people age they are more inclined to develop hemorrhoids.

Untreated hemorrhoids can burst, bleed, be very painful, and get infected. Symptoms include burning, intense itching, pain, and cause bleeding.

Preventing Hemorrhoids

Preventing hemorrhoids by high fiber diet, plenty of fluids, don’t hold bowel movements – go when you feel the urge, don’t strain during bowel movements, and stay active – avoid sitting for a long period of time.

There are other gastrointestinal issues that can cause symptoms similar to hemorrhoids. Some of these can be life threatening, which is why it is important to see a gastroenterology if you have symptoms of hemorrhoids.

Thousands of people in Central Florida seek treatment for hemorrhoids at some time in their life. Unfortunately, there are even more that experience discomfort from hemorrhoids, but don’t seek treatment.

Don’t let fear or embarrassment stop you from talking to a gastroenterologist. Patient’s talk to them about hemorrhoids and so many other things that make people feel awkward. It is important to have a treatment plan, find relief, and keep them from coming back.

If you or a loved on is suffering from hemorrhoids, contact Gastroenterology Consultants of Central Florida. Our mission is to provide our patients with the highest quality of care with the latest technology available.