The Most Common Causes Of Hemorrhoids

Chronic Diarrhea Or Constipation

Individuals who experience chronic diarrhea or constipation may develop hemorrhoids as a result of their ongoing digestive difficulties. The speed at which food moves through the digestive tract is what determines the stool consistency. Food moves from the stomach into the small intestine for nutrient absorption. It then moves into the large intestine, which is responsible for the absorption of fluids from the food. Constipation occurs when food moves through the large intestine too slowly. This malfunction means food spends a longer duration inside of the large intestine. The colon continues to absorb fluid from the food until it exits the body as stool. Diarrhea occurs when food moves through the large intestine too quickly. As a result, the colon is unable to absorb enough fluid from the food. This malfunction causes watery or loose stools called diarrhea. Hemorrhoids are the cushions of blood vessels located in the anus that hold stool in. These pockets are attached to the muscle underneath them that functions to push the stool out of the body. When stools are very hard, the affected individual uses this muscle in excess. This overuse can cause the hemorrhoids to stretch and fill with blood, resulting in unpleasant symptoms. Diarrhea inflicts erosion on the anal lining and causes the hemorrhoid pockets to become inflamed. Diarrhea also results in excessive use of dry toilet paper that causes increased friction in the area, which exacerbates the hemorrhoid inflammation.

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