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Glossary: Hemorrhoids
 


Definition
Varicose disorder causing painful swellings at the anus; piles.

Topics Related To Hemorrhoids
A Potentially Urgent Medical NeedOur Question about red blood in stools
"...Small amounts of red blood, especially on the toilet tissue, are most likely from hemorrhoids..."

Butcher's Broom

As A Treatment
"...Directions Dosages range from 100mg of extract per day, all the way to 100mg of the extract (standardized to 9-11% ruscogenin) taken 3 times per day for varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and related conditions (Conditions "Approved" by the German Commission E)..."

Cirrhosis of the Liver

The Condition
"...Symptoms include ... Bleeding hemorrhoids..."

Colloidal Silver

As A Treatment
"...diabetes*, diarrhea*, digestive aid, diphtheria, dysentery, ear infections*, eczema - various locations*, fibrositis, flu*, gastritis, gingivitis, gonorrhea*, gum recession, halitosis, hay fever*, hemorrhoids*, hepatitis, herpes, impetigo*, keratitis, leprosy, lupus, Lyme disease, lymphagitis*, malaria, Menier's disease*, meningitis*, moles, ophthalmology, parvo virus*, pleurisy, pneumonia,..."

Colon Cleansing

As A Treatment
"...Counter-Indicators and Warnings Colonic irrigation should not be used in people with diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, severe or internal hemorrhoids, tumors in the rectum or colon, or soon after bowel surgery..."

Constipation

Relationship to Hemorrhoids
"The hemorrhoidal plexuses drain through veins without valves, so factors that increase the pressure inside these veins - such as straining while on the toilet - can lead to hemorrhoids..."

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

The Condition
"...Diagnosis & Tests Once it has been established that bleeding has occurred or is occurring, the first step is to rule out hemorrhoids, rectal tears (fissures), and tumors by performing a rectal examination..."

Hemorrhoids

The Condition
"Hemorrhoids are swollen hemorrhoidal plexuses in and around the anus and lower rectum that stretch under pressure, similar to varicose veins in the legs..."

Relationship to Copper Deficiency
"A copper deficiency has been associated with weakening of connective tissue that can be a contributing factor for the development of hemorrhoids..."

Recommendation High/Increased Fiber Diet
"...Insoluble fiber prevents and manages problems like constipation and hemorrhoids by producing a larger softer stool that passes through the digestive system faster and more easily..."

Recommendation Ozone / Oxidative Therapy
"Capsules filled with ozonated oil and used as suppositories, or rectal insufflation of ozone gas have proven useful in treating inflamed hemorrhoids..."

High/Increased Fiber Diet

As A Treatment
"...Fiber is important in the prevention of constipation, diverticulosis, colon polyps, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, appendicitis, hiatal hernia, peptic ulcer disease and probably colon cancer..."

Noni

As A Treatment
"...Reasons For Use Traditionally, the fruit has been used for aging, diabetes, halitosis, hemorrhoids, tumors, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, and as a tonic for overall health and energy..."

Occult Blood Tests

As A Treatment
"...Positive test results may also indicate the following ... Hemorrhoids..."

Psyllium

As A Treatment
"...Uses would include chronic constipation, stool softening (hemorrhoids, post-rectal surgery), irritable bowel syndrome, and to increase dietary fiber..."

Rosemary

As A Treatment
"...One flavonoid in rosemary, diosmin, is reported to help strengthen capillaries, which can ease problems such as varicose veins and hemorrhoids..."

Shepherd's Purse

As A Treatment
"...It has been employed in fresh decoction in hematuria, hemorrhoids, chronic diarrhea and dysentery, and locally as a vulnerary in nose-bleeding, which is checked by inserting the juice on cotton-wool..."

Thuja

As A Treatment
"...dilute thuja, in pill or liquid form, for treating irritability, depression, sadness, impaired thinking, headache, warts, growths, rashes, runny nose, sores in the nose, mouth pain, toothache, gas, hemorrhoids, watery stool, enlarged prostate, gonorrhea, back pain, joint pain, bad dreams, tiredness, insomnia, fevers, shaking chills, muscle pain, and cancer..."

Varicose Veins

The Condition
"...Varicose veins, hemorrhoids, bleeding between periods, and lymphedema can be aided by flavonoids..."

Vinegar

As A Treatment
"...Vinegar soothes the itching and burning of hemorrhoids..."





Last updated: Oct 22, 2008


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