This is a disease involving the blood vessels that connect to the anus.
It occurs as a result of the weakening of the muscle that gives support to the hemorrhoidal vessels, which become large losing support which results in protrusion of a sac inside the renal canal or on the skin near the anus.
This disease is characterized by the presence of blood in the stool and also some constant itching that causes a lot of irritation on the affected area, and is one of the most embarrassing because it hinders victims from living comfortably.
The disease may strike at any time and advances with age.
Most people affected include the youth, pregnant women as well as women who have had children.
Some causes of this disease include, constipation, caused by straining and dehydration, frequent vomiting, coughing and sneezing, sitting for long periods of time, lack of fiber in the diet, infection of the rectal or anal areas, problems of overweight, anal intercourse, diarrhoea among others.
External hemorrhoid treatment can be sought with the presence of blood in the toilet paper, itching of the rectum, slow and incomplete movement in the bowels, and a soft lump at the opening of the anus.
External hemorrhoid treatment may include use of ice packs to reduce the swelling on the affected area.
The victim should apply some creams and petroleum jelly on the affected area and wear loose clothes and underwear.
The anus should be cleaned after every bowel with clean moist pads to avoid scratching it.
Use of warm baths daily and painkillers such as aspirin and acetaminophen can help in the control of the disease.
It is advisable to take more water and do lots of exercises per day especially the ones that involve the muscles in the buttocks.
Proper hygiene can also be used as an external hemorrhoid treatment.