Here Is All You Need To Know About External Hemorrhoids Or Piles

Piles or hemorrhoids, happen when clusters of veins in your rectum or anus get swollen (or dilated). Blood pools and cause the veins to expand outward into the membranes around your rectal and anal tissue when the veins are swollen. This can become uncomfortable or painful.

There is a different type of piles one of which is external hemorrhoids. 

External hemorrhoids are what affect veins outside the anus. These can cause bleeding, cracking, and itching. This type of piles may often be caused by straining while having a bowel movement. Usually, sit on the toilet for too long, people may push too hard or have a stool that is hard and difficult to pass.

However, piles herbal suppliments and home remedies can treat most external hemorrhoids but you should see your doctor in case of extream discomfort. External hemorrhoids are usually itchy and may be painful.

If external hemorrhoid does not go away in 1 to 2 weeks, a doctor may prescribe stool softeners to make passing the stool easier. However, if a person is in severe pain, a doctor may recommend surgical removal of hemorrhoid.