Buttock Pain: 6 Possible Causes For Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids, or piles, is an extremely common condition that affects about 75% of the adult population. Symptoms include itchy bottom and bleeding after passing stool as well , soreness, and swelling around the anus. However, some people do not even realize they have them. Hemorrhoids occur when veins in the anus and lower rectum swell up. Internal hemorrhoids refer to swollen veins inside the rectum, while external hemorrhoids are swollen veins located under the skin around the anus.

The occurrence of hemorrhoids are not uncommon and there is a range of possible causes for any case of piles. Because of the ambiguity of the ailment, doctors typically cannot identify the exact cause for one’s condition but they are associated with increased pressure in the blood vessels in and around the anus.
However, many cases are thought to be caused by the following factors:

⦁ A low fibre diet

A low-fibre diet can lead to an increased risk of trouble with bowel movements or smaller volumes of stool. As such, more strain is exerted during bowel movements to pass the stool. This leads to more pressure on the blood vessels within and around the anal opening, causing them to swell.

⦁ Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a common culprit for cases of piles. The growing uterus places a huge amount of additional pressure on the abdomen, rectum and anus, causing a spike in pressure on the veins and resulting in swelling. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can also cause muscles around the anus to weaken, causing increased pressure on the blood vessels because of a less stable structure.

⦁ Age

As one gets older, their tissues become weak thus increasing your risk of haemorrhoid which is more common in people between 45-65 years old

⦁ Constipation or Chronic Diarrhoea

Prolonged and excessive straining can increase the presssure on anus and lead to haemorhoids. It is a good practice to elevate your feet by 30 degree with a step stool. This allow easier passage of stools as you sit on the toilet.

⦁ Obesity

Studies shows storng association between obesity and haemorrhoids. This is related to excessive weight places pressure on the rectal muscles which lead to swelling of blood vessels.

⦁ Heavy Lifting

Recurrent abdominal straining exercise such as heavy weight lifting, benching, may lead to haemorrhoid formation as the pressure inside the blood vessels is considerably increased. It is important to learn how to breath slowly when you strain and hold your breath, this will help to decrease the strain placed on your abdominal and rectal area.

Treatment for Piles

If you suffer from mild haemorrhoids disease, lifestyle modification can often helps to prevent complications. If you experience persistent pain or bleeding during bowel movements, you should see a doctor for further examination. Your doctor can rule out causes to be certain it is not a more serious condition, or recommend medical procedures to shrink or remove the hemorrhoids.