Piles

Description:
Piles, also known as hemorrhoids refer to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. Hemorrhoids may result from straining during excretion. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or diarrhea and anal intercourse.

Symptoms:

• Severe pain around the anus and lower bowel (rectum)
• Itching around the area
• Bleeding from the anus

Suggestions:

• Maintain ideal body weight.
• Eat a high fiber diet, which includes fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
• Exercise regularly.
• Apply hemorrhoidal creams, ice packs or bathe the area with warm water several times a day.