Hemorrhoids are composed of tissue cushions engulfed with blood vessels located where the anus and rectum connect, similar to varicose veins.

There are a number of causes for bleeding hemorrhoids:
• Serious constipation.
• Poor muscle tone and extensive pressure on rectal veins.
• Excessive consumption of alcohol and caffeine.
• Pregnancy
• Hypertension in the portal vein

Anyone experiencing bleeding hemorrhoids needs to seek medical help. The doctor will be able to detect if the hemorrhoid(s) is internal or external, or if the problem is related to some other issue. Bright red blood normally indicates a hemorrhoid. If it is darker in color, the blood is being released higher in the colon and could indicate more serious problems. The doctor may order a colonoscopy to discover the cause.

Keep in mind though, some changes need to be made; otherwise there is a good chance the patient will continue to deal with the condition.

1. Increase dietary fiber intake. Fiber acts as a broom to sweep the colon of fecal matter. Fresh fruit and vegetables are a delicious way to add fiber to the diet on a daily basis. Whole grains are also a good source. Substitute whole wheat or multigrain breads and pastas for those composed of highly processed white flour and consume a good percentage of your daily fruits and veggies raw, without peeling them.

2. More water - good hydration will add moisture to the bowels, making it easier to pass fecal material and contribute less irritation to the colon's vessels.

3. Exercise - regular exercise aids the body in moving waste matter through the colon.

Odds are the problem is nothing more than a crack in the rectum or a fissure, both of which are easily treated. With good diet, exercise and a bit of medical advice, it is normally easy to overcome bleeding hemorrhoids.



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