Under certain circumstances, these structures can become inflamed and swollen beyond measure, becoming visible to the naked eye.
The dilation and inflammation of hemorrhoids predispose to prolapse, bleeding or thrombus, that is, the formation of blood clots inside them. In all these cases, we speak of hemorrhoidal or hemorrhoidal pathology.
In the initial stages, hemorrhoids appear as turgid and painful bumps protruding from the anus, accompanied by burning and itching.
The factors that contribute to the inflammation of hemorrhoids are different and include chronic constipation, excessive pressure to evacuate, long stay sitting on the toilet, unbalanced diet and pregnancy.
While it is not a serious medical condition, hemorrhoidal disease should not be neglected. Milder cases can be managed, in fact, with a series of dietary and hygienic attention and with the topical application of drugs with a decongestant action. However, a worsening of the symptoms associated with hemorrhoids may make it necessary to resort to surgery.
