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- $Title{Can Hemorrhoids Get Larger Over Time?}
- $Subject{hemorrhoids prevention treatment Digestive System piles bigger Larger
- rectum rectal bleeding vein hemorrhoidal veins anus bowel bowels constipation
- diarrhea diet fiber constipated hemorrhoidals}
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- Anatomy of the Rectum*0004201.scf
- Causes of Hemorrhoids I*0004203.scf
- Causes of Hemorrhoids II*0004204.scf}
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- Can Hemorrhoids Get Larger Over Time?
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- QUESTION: I have been a piles sufferer for many years, but thought I had the
- situation under control. However I've noticed recently that they seem to be
- getting bigger. How is this possible and what can I do about it?
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- ANSWER: Piles or hemorrhoids can literally be a "pain" but also are a cause
- of bleeding from the rectum. However, since they occur almost universally in
- both children and adults, they are not considered an abnormality. Actually
- hemorrhoids are groups of enlarged veins, both inside and outside the anal
- opening, that have occurred because of an increase in pressure in the abdomen.
- This pressure is transmitted by connecting veins, causing the hemorrhoidal
- veins to swell, grow larger, and sometimes to protrude from within the anus.
- The pressure can be the result of many everyday activities, even walking.
- Straining during bowel movements, when mild, is considered normal, but can
- increase with constipation and during episodes of diarrhea. People who do
- their "reading" during their daily functions, and spend long periods on the
- toilet, are also at increased risk. In addition, women during pregnancy may
- experience problems as the fetus increases the pressure in the abdomen, but
- fortunately this is but a temporary inconvenience for most. The most
- effective means of piles prevention lies in the choice of an appropriate diet.
- By including the fiber contained in whole grains, breads and cereals, leafy
- vegetables and fruits, the stool is softened. In turn, the strain of stool
- passage is reduced and the pressure on the hemorrhoidal veins is reduced.
- That may help stop them from growing larger, and reduce your symptoms.
- However, if they suddenly grow painful, or if bleeding increases, it's time to
- have them examined to be certain that they are really a case of simple piles.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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