Hemorrhoids ( hemorrhoids ) or often known as hemorrhoids are a very common disease, especially in adults. Hemorrhoids occur due to swelling of the veins in the area around the anus. The causes of hemorrhoids are very diverse, generally due to great pressure. In mild stages of hemorrhoids, this disease can heal by itself.
Hemorrhoids do not cause death, but this disease is very disturbing the activities of sufferers because it is very painful. Actually there are many ways to deal with hemorrhoids, from habits, natural methods, or medical methods, namely hemorrhoid surgery. However, to prevent it, hemorrhoids can be overcome by adopting a healthy lifestyle. The following are various ways to deal with hemorrhoids.
- Increase consumption of fiber
Hemorrhoids can generally recur because the body lacks fiber. Therefore, the most consistent way to deal with hemorrhoids so they don't recur is to eat enough fiber every day. Some recommendations for high-fiber foods that are good for hemorrhoid sufferers are fruits, vegetables, brown rice, whole grains, and nuts.
- Reduce sitting too long
If you work in an office and spend long periods of time sitting, you don't need to worry. We can make special schedules to stand and walk for a while. The simplest, every sitting for 1 hour, take 10-15 minutes to stand up.
- Avoid pushing too hard during bowel movements
When the stool is hard to come out, we often push very hard. But this is not very good for hemorrhoids. It's better for us to avoid straining by inhaling and exhaling and lifting our legs a little so that the way out of the stool is easier.
- Increase consumption of mineral water
Several studies show that water has an important role in healthy digestion. Drinking enough water can soften the passages in the body and that means preventing constipation.
- Avoid lifting too heavy weights
Research shows that excess weight on the lower body can compress the veins around the anus and cause hemorrhoids. So, when lifting weights, remember to breathe regularly to relieve the weight and pressure on the back quarters of the body.
- Regular exercise
Harvard Health recommends 20 to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio exercise, such as brisk walking, to stimulate the stomach and keep bowel movements regular.
- Compress with ice cubes
The way to deal with hemorrhoids so that they don't recur with ice cube compresses, can be done by wrapping the ice cubes in a cloth. Then compress for 10-20 minutes, and repeat if the discomfort returns.
In addition to carrying out the above treatments, it is necessary to consult with a doctor to get further information and the right and correct treatment. In some cases of severe hemorrhoids and even bleeding, further action is needed to overcome them, one of which is the stapler method. This method has been proven effective for dealing with annoying hemorrhoids and has been used at EMC Alam Sutera Hospital.
Article written by dr. Lucia Nirmalasari, Sp.B, FICS (General Surgeon at EMC Alam Sutera Hospital).