A Hemorrhoid is basically a blood vessel inside the anus and rectum that is engorged with blood. A hemorrhoid starts to become a problem when it gets swollen. The two types of hemorrhoids are internal and external. Prolapsed hemorrhoids are a kind of external hemorrhoid.
A prolapsed hemorrhoid will normally protrude out of the rectum. Hemorrhoids are normally a pinkish to red color lump of soft tissue. Prolapsed hemorrhoids will protrude out of the rectum when the subject is having a bowel movement, but they will normally retract on there own. Pain is usually not felt with prolapsed hemorrhoids and many times will go undetected.
The most serious of all hemorrhoid cases are a thrombosed prolapsed hemorrhoid. Thrombosed hemorrhoids will create severe pain and will not retract back into the anus. Even if an attempt is made to manually replace the hemorrhoid, it will fall back out on it’s own. The problem with thrombosed prolapsed hemorrhoids is that there is a large chance of infection setting in.
Prolapsed hemorrhoids itch and burn, many times they will also leak fluid and blood. It is a challenge to sit, walk or do normal everyday routines when suffering from prolapsed hemorrhoids. The situation can get much worse if the hemorrhoid becomes strangulated.
It is important on more severe cases that you see a doctor about a prolapsed hemorrhoid. Prolapsed hemorrhoid symptoms could also be more serious conditions so it is wise to have it checked. Your doctor will recommend your next step of action.
For mild to moderate hemorrhoids the treatments are easier and usually involve creams and ointments, and warm water soaks. There are many home treatments that you can try for hemorrhoids. In more severe cases there are different types of surgeries that can be performed to remove the hemorrhoid completely.
You have heard the saying an oz of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and the problems with hemorrhoids are no different. Keeping a diet that is full of fiber and drinking the recommended amount of doctor will help in preventing hemorrhoids. You don’t need to live with hemorrhoids, rather they can be taken care of at home.