Bad Habits that Cause Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids can be painful. The anus and lower rectum have enlarged veins. They can cause bleeding, pain, and itching with bowel movements and are a common problem in people of all ages.
Hemorrhoids can affect up to 34% of people. Although it can be embarrassing to discuss hemorrhoid with your Piles doctor, seeking treatment is the best way to manage them.
Dr. Azhar Alam is a the best surgeon who specializes in piles treatment. She offers a variety of options, including at-home sitz baths and minimally invasive rubber bands ligation. Although it is not known what causes hemorrhoid exactly, certain lifestyle choices may increase the likelihood of developing this condition.
Here are some common bad habits that can lead to hemorrhoid:
Consuming a low-fiber diet
Fiber is an essential nutrient for healthy digestion. Fiber is naturally found in fruits, vegetables, whole-grain foods and other foods. However, many Americans don’t consume enough fiber. Your stool will become more difficult and harder to pass if you don’t have enough fiber.
Consuming a lot low-fiber food (such as red meat, milk products and baked goods made with white flour) can increase your chances of constipation. You may experience constipation if you have difficulty with your bowel movements. This can lead to hemorrhoid, or worsening existing hemorrhoid.
Too strenuous exercise
Strength training and aerobic exercise both promote overall health. Regular exercise increases blood flow and lowers the risk of hemorrhoid. However, certain exercises could lead to hemorrhoid becoming worse.
Excessive strain can put additional pressure on your veins. Hemorrhoids could also be exacerbated by heavy lifting outside of the gym.
Lifting heavy objects at work or in the gym can cause strain to your back. Learn proper lifting techniques.
You can ignore the urge to use the bathroom
It can be tempting, regardless of whether you are focused on a task or feel uncomfortable using public toilets, to delay going to the bathroom when you need to. This puts strain on your rectum, and can increase your chance of getting hemorrhoid.
Regular bowel movements, chronic constipation, and chronic diarrhea can all have an impact on your bowel health. These conditions could increase your chance of developing hemorhoids.
Too much time spent on the toilet
To pass stool, your pelvic muscles naturally relax when you use the toilet. This relaxation increases blood flow, which can lead to increased vein size and increase your risk of developing hemorhoids.
Also, you might consider moving your phone and other reading materials to another room.
Although there is no way to guarantee that you will be free from hemorrhoid completely, there are things you can do to lower your chances. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Azhar Alam to learn more about hemorhoids and how to prevent them. Call us today to make an appointment for the best Piles Doctor in Kolkata.
About Docor
Dr. Azhar Alam
MBBS (Honours), MRCS A (UK),
DNB General Surgery
FIAGES (Gastro Intestinal Surgery)
FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery),
MNAMS (New Delhi)
Consultant Gastrointestinal, Advanced Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon
Assistant Professor of Surgery, KPC Medical College and Hospital
