Piles or Hermorrhoids

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Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are vascular structures in the anal canal. In their normal state, they are cushions that help with stool control. They become a disease when swollen or inflamed; the unqualified term hemorrhoid is often used to refer to the disease. The signs and symptoms of hemorrhoids depend on the type present. Internal hemorrhoids often result in painless, bright red rectal bleeding when defecating. External hemorrhoids often result in pain and swelling in the area of the anus. If bleeding occurs it is usually darker. Symptoms frequently get better after a few days. A skin tag may remain after the healing of an external haemorrhoid.
The exact cause of symptomatic hemorrhoids is unknown. It may include constipation, diarrhea and sitting on the toilet for a long time. Hemorrhoids are also more common during pregnancy.
Symptoms:
In most cases, the symptoms of piles are not serious. They normally resolve on their own after a few days. A hard, possibly painful lump may be felt around the anus. It may contain coagulated blood. Piles that contain blood are called thrombosed external hemorrhoids.
• After passing a stool, a person with piles may experience the feeling that the bowels are still full.
• Bright red blood is visible after a bowel movement.
• The area around the anus is itchy, red, and sore.
• Pain occurs during the passing of a stool.
Treating loss of appetite may include formulating a flexible meal schedule and incorporating favourite foods into meals, getting more exercise , creating a schedule for activity and rest , talk therapy , learning about self-care.
Prevention :
A number of preventative measures are recommended, including
 avoiding straining while attempting to defecate,
 avoiding constipation and diarrhea either by eating a high-fiber diet
 drinking plenty of fluid or by taking fiber supplements, and getting sufficient exercise.
 Spending less time attempting to defecate
 avoiding reading while on the toilet
 losing weight for overweight persons and
 avoiding heavy lifting are also recommended.