Hemmorhoids aren't an extremely dangerous medical condition, although they can be extremely uncomfortable for those who are suffering from them. Many would prefer to never have hemmorhoids and take steps to prevent them. However, there are still a number of people who suffer from hemmorhoids at some time in their life. If you are ever faced with hemmorhoids you will likely want information on how...

If you live long enough you will most likely experience the discomfort of hemmorhoids. There are two common types of hemmorhoid, external and internal. External hemmorhoids are those occurring outside the distal end of the anal canal and are sometimes painful and accompanied by swelling and itching. Internal hemmorhoids are those that occur inside the rectum and since this area does not have pain...

Using herbal remedies for hemmorhoids is a natural extension of hemmorhoid treatment. Most doctors will tell you that the vast majority of hemmorhoids are best treated at home, and many of the most common home remedies, such as witch hazel, are herbal in nature to begin with. However, the large and unfamiliar territory of herbal remedies can be daunting, to say the least. It helps greatly to know...

If hemmorhoids have started bleeding, are too painful to get on with life, have developed a purplish or bluish tinge, or have started protruding through the anus, it's time to see a doctor. However, this can be a quite frightening, not to mention embarrassing proposal at the best of times. Getting all the information on what you can expect from your initial examinations is a good idea, and will...

Hemmorhoids have two types: the internal and the external hemmorhoids. Unlike internal hemmorhoids that have grown inside the anal canal, external hemmorhoids occur outside of the anal verge. This sac-like protrusion found outside the anus is often characterized by itchiness (pruritus ani), pain, irritation and swelling. Normally, tissues that bulge and protrude outside the anus is...