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Are piles (hemorrhoids) curable?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Piles (hemorrhoids) are not curable but can be easily controlled by bringing a few changes in your diet and lifestyle. If you have painful and bleeding piles (hemorrhoids) it is best to consult your doctor as you may require some medication also. In pregnant women, hemorrhoids (occurring just because of pregnancy) are often a temporary problem that usually disappears totally, after childbirth.
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What are piles (hemorrhoids) ?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Each of us have veins around the anus that tend to stretch under pressure. An increased pressure within the abdomen (due to repeated straining at stool, pressure of fetus during pregnancy, obesity etc.) may cause the blood to stagnate and collect in the rectal veins causing them to swell and bulge out of the anal opening. These swollen veins are called as piles or hemorrhoids.
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How are piles (hemorrhoids) caused?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Piles (hemorrhoids) are usually caused due to increased pressure in the abdomen. The factors that trigger this include: Repeated straining for stool especially in a person who is suffering from long standing constipation. Any work that requires prolonged standing (for example traffic police, waiters etc.) or lifting heavy things like furniture mover etc.
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Are piles (hemorrhoids) hereditary?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the problem of piles tends to run in families. Therefore if anyone in your family is suffering from piles (hemorrhoids) it is better to take care about your lifestyle and diet. Sedentary lifestyle and low fiber diet tend to further aggravate (make worse) the hereditary factor.
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Question: What are various stages (degrees) of Piles (hemorrhoids)?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Answer: Piles mass tends to bulge out through the anal opening. Depending upon the degree of bulging, Piles can be divided into 4 categories: Second degree Piles: In the early stage the piles may prolapse during the passage of stool but they recede (draw back) on their own. Third degree Piles: As the disease progresses the piles do not recede back on their own and have to be replaced by hand. Fourth degree Piles: In still advanced cases the Piles may prolapse anytime of the day (i.e.
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What is the difference between internal and external piles (hemorrhoids) ?

Piles - Frequently Asked Questions
Piles (hemorrhoids) are of two types: internal and external. Internal piles (hemorrhoids) are those, which develop inside the anus. They are usually painless but sometimes may cause a vague discomfort. Slight bleeding may be seen especially if the stools are hard. These piles (hemorrhoids) have a tendency to bulge out of the anal opening when they appear like a bunch of grapes, which is painful.
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What should I do if I have hemorrhoids?

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middot; Pregnant women who are constipated frequently have hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are dilated (varicose) veins of the rectum or anus. They may be painful, itchy, swollen, and sometimes may bleed. Straining during bowel movements and having hard stools may make hemorrhoids worse and can sometimes cause them to protrude at the anal opening. middot; Do not take over-the-counter medications while pregnant until you check with your health care provider.
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Hemorrhoids occur when the veins located around the anal opening become dilated due to pressure associated with constipation.
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Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
Hemorrhoids are blood vessels that are normally present inside the anus and its surroundings including the lower rectum. When under pressure, hemorrhoids stretch and become swollen. In this aspect, they are very similar to varicose veins in the legs. When straining during a bowel movement, pressure increases in the anus and this result to swelling of the hemorrhoids. Pregnancy, aging, diarrhea, heredity and chronic constipation all contribute to hemorrhoids.
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Hemorrhoids are veins in the anal canal that have become enlarged or swollen due to increase pressure or straining.
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Hemorrhoids, SVCMC; New York NY
Hemorrhoids are a normal part of the anal canal. When veins inside the hemorrhoids swell or burst, hemorrhoid problems happen. Although uncomfortable at times, this common condition rarely poses a serious problem. Normally, tissue surrounding the inside of the anus, sometimes called "anal cushions," fills with blood to help control bowel movements. Hemorrhoid problems happen when excessive pressure or other factors cause the veins within these cushions to swell and stretch.
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Is diabetes curable?

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Diabetes is not curable but it is manageable. In people with Type 2 diabetes, glucose (sugar) builds up in the blood. Your blood sugar levels may go down to normal again with appropriate treatment, however, you are not cured of the disease. Instead, a blood sugar level in your target range shows that your treatment plan is working and that you are taking care of your diabetes.
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Is AMD curable?

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No. Currently there is no cure for AMD. This is why research programs on AMD are so important. Although not curable, there are a few treatments available that slow the progression of the disease for persons with specific types of the disease. Click here for more information regarding current treatment options.
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Is Hirschsprung's curable?

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One you are diagnosed with Hirschsprung's Disease in my opinion and many other it is always with you. However with some medical Insurance Companies if you have had a surgery where the problem has been corrected (in this case usually severe, continuous constipation), you can report that as corrected if you have had a surgery for an ostomy or even a reversal of an ostomy.
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Is Endometriosis curable?

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There is currently no absolute cure for Endometriosis, but there are several methods of treatment, which may alleviate some of the pain and symptoms associated with it.
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What are piles?

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Piles are simply swollen blood vessels in your back passage. They can be internal or external. Top>>
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What causes hemorrhoids?

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The most common causes of hemorrhoids are heredity, obesity, heavy lifting, straining during bowel movements, chronic constipation and chronic diarrhea.
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We have a specially formulated product called Heal Hemorrhoids. If you have fissures and hemorrhoids, use Heal Fissures first, followed by Heal Hemorrhoids to clear the hemorrhoids.
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Are hemorrhoids painful?

Glasgow & Glasgow FAQs
Hemorrhoids may be internal (above the dentate line, which divides sensitive from insensitive anal skin) and painless or external (below the dentate line) and potentially painful. Internal hemorrhoids can cause bleeding and may extend beyond the anal opening. External hemorrhoids, or skin tags, can sometimes be seen or felt and are especially painful when blood clots and the hemorrhoid swells (called a thrombosed external hemorrhoid), irritating the skin.
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What are the symptoms of Hemorrhoids?

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Symptoms vary from people to people when they have hemorrhoids and a person will not experience all the known symptoms. Hemorrhoidal symptoms are the following: painful swelling around the anus, stool stained with bright red blood. fissures, irritation, fistulae, hard lump around the anus, abscesses and itching.
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How dangerous are Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
Generally, hemorrhoids are not dangerous. Usually the symptoms of hemorrhoids does not last for more than a week. Hemorrhoids are not life-threatening.
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How common are Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
Hemorrhoids are very common and they affect both men and women. Almost all people will have hemorrhoids when they reach the age of 50. Aging plays an important role in hemorrhoids because with aging comes loosening of muscles in the anal and rectal area. This is a significant factor in the formation of hemorrhoids. Pregnant women are specially susceptible to hemorrhoids because of their condition.
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How is Diagnosis done with Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
A doctor is the most qualified to diagnose hemorrhoids. He will examine the anus and rectum and note the formation of enlarged blood vessels. He can also do a digital rectal exam. There are also tools to diagnose hemorrhoids such as the anoscope and protoscope. The lighted tube anoscope is particularly useful in inspecting suspected internal hemorrhoids. The protoscope, on the other hand, is used to examine the entire rectum.
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What are the treatments for Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
To relieve the pain and difficulties caused by hemorrhoids is the first aim of medical treatment for hemorrhoids. To help reduce swelling, a person can sit in a warm tub or ice packs. He can also use hemorrhoidal cream. Surgery is an option that a person with hemorrhoid is sure to take.
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How are hemorrhoids prevented?

Hemorrhoids Treatment - Hemorrhoids FAQ
Hemorrhoids cannot be prevented because nobody is sure when they occur. The best way not to have hemorrhoids is to have a diet with high-fiber content. This keeps the stools soft so they pass easily without straining too much.
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