For a large number of people, the first sign of a hemorrhoid problem is when they go to the bathroom and discover that blood has been expelled along with their stool. It is a very disturbing time and often generates deep concern about your personal health and what might be going on inside your body.

On the other hand, hemorrhoids, which are actually swollen lumps of tissue that form in the anal canal and can also be found in the anal opening itself, can be very painful. Whenever hemorrhoids appear, patients may experience pain during bowel movements, which is often accompanied by itching in the anal region along with very tender bumps that tend to bleed when swollen. This is what results in bloody stools that are also very common with this condition, especially if the hemorrhoids protrude or even protrude from the anal opening.

The peristaltic action of the bowel movement helps a lot, as this can cause the swollen vessels within the rectum to squeeze as the stool passes through the canal. This compression can cause bleeding, pain, and often itching as well, as the tender and swollen vessels are forced into each other by passing stool and the canal wall. Such is the nature of this condition.

So if you suffer from hemorrhoids and have been suffering from hemorrhoids most of your life, you will be happy to know that there are ways to prevent this condition from recurring and some permanent ways to cure it.

Please note that the following guidelines can only be applied if your hemorrhoid is relatively minor and has no complications from the condition. If your doctor tells you that your hemorrhoids will resolve on their own, you can definitely speed up the healing process without spending a lot of money on oral or topical medications.

If this sounds impossible or surprising, get ready for some good news!

Medical establishments already provide effective guidelines that can help anyone fight hemorrhoids. So if you want to cure your hemorrhoids and prevent them from happening again, follow these quick preventive steps:

1. Pregnant? Many women are at an increased risk of developing hemorrhoids due to the way the amniotic sac and the baby put extra pressure on the pelvic region. If you are currently pregnant, be prepared to deal with them if they start to appear. Understanding how hemorrhoids set in can help you combat them should they appear.

This added pressure can exacerbate existing hemorrhoids and can even trigger the development of new ones. One way to reduce internal pressure is to sleep on your side. This may be difficult for some women, but trust us; helps and is especially important during the last six months of your pregnancy.

2. Being stuck in one position (sitting or standing) can put you at risk for hemorrhoids and can also make existing hemorrhoids even larger. If you’re a person who sits a lot all day, make time to stand, walk, or do some kind of light exercise to relieve pressure and keep things “normal.”

Take short, frequent breaks from what you are doing. For example, if you drive around town most of the day, take a few minutes to stretch and walk. This will help regulate pressure in the rectal and pelvic areas, and can also be beneficial for overall circulation.

3. Practice ergonomics when lifting heavy objects. For example, lift with your legs and not with your back. When you lift with your legs, your strong leg muscles do most of the work and your back and all other associated regions are relieved of overexertion. Remember that breathing during the lift is also important. Exhale when you finally pick up the object; holding your breath will only increase internal pressure, which in turn can have a direct impact on your gastrointestinal tract and many other parts of your body.

4. Make an effort to eat whole grain foods rich in fiber. Fiber helps cleanse the gastrointestinal tract and also softens stool.