hemorrhoid (redirected from Haemorrhoids)

hemorrhoid /hem·or·rhoid/ (hem´ah-roid) prolapse of an anal cushion, resulting in bleeding and painful swelling in the anal canal.

Hemorrhoids: (A), internal; (B), external; (C), mixed; (D), thrombosed.

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external hemorrhoid  one in a vein of the inferior rectal plexus, below the pectinate line and covered with modified anal skin.

internal hemorrhoid  one in a vein of the superior rectal plexus, originating above the pectinate line and covered by mucous membrane.

prolapsed hemorrhoid  an internal hemorrhoid that has descended below the pectinate line and protruded outside the anal sphincter.

strangulated hemorrhoid  a prolapsed hemorrhoid whose blood supply has become occluded by constriction of the anal sphincter.

thrombosed hemorrhoid  one containing clotted blood.

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hem·or·rhoid (hm-roid)

n.

1. An itching or painful mass of dilated veins in swollen anal tissue.

2. hemorrhoids The pathological condition in which such painful masses occur. Also called piles.

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Hemorrhoid

An area around the anus where veins become dilated and the tissue swells, causing itching and pain.

Mentioned in: Enterobiasis

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hemorrhoid

[hem′əroid]

Etymology: Gk, haima + rhoia, flow

a varicosity in the lower rectum or anus caused by congestion in the veins of the hemorrhoidal plexus. Also spelled haemorrhoid. -hemorrhoidal, adj.

observations Internal hemorrhoids originate above the internal sphincter of the anus. If they become large enough to protrude from the anus, they become constricted and painful. Small internal hemorrhoids may bleed with defecation. External hemorrhoids appear outside the anal sphincter. They are usually not painful, and bleeding does not occur unless a hemorrhoidal vein ruptures or thromboses.

interventions Treatment includes local application of a topical medication to lubricate, anesthetize, and shrink the hemorrhoid. Sitz baths and cold or hot compresses are also soothing. The hemorrhoids may require sclerosing by injection, ligation, or surgical excision. Ligation is increasingly the preferred treatment because it is simple and effective and does not require anesthesia. The hemorrhoid is grasped with a forceps, and a rubber band is slipped over the varicosity, causing tissue necrosis and sloughing of the hemorrhoid, usually within 1 week.

nursing considerations Straining to defecate, constipation, and prolonged sitting contribute to the development of hemorrhoids. The client is counseled about ways to prevent these predisposing factors. Because pregnancy is associated with an increased incidence of hemorrhoids, pregnant women, as well as individuals who have cirrhosis of the liver, are advised to avoid constipation.

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Patient discussion about Haemorrhoids.

Q. Pulling pain in anus. Dear friends, I am 32. I feel a Pulling pain in anus sometimes while i finish passing stool and some times when i sit for long time. No bleeding so far. Is it a symptoms of piles? If so what can be done to cure it without going to doctor or operation. Please help me. This pain makes me to feel that i am very old.

A. horsechestnut is supposed to help...here is some info about it:
http://nccam.nih.gov/health/horsechestnut/index.htm#uses

but i wouldn't get my hopes high.

Q. What are hemorrhoids?

A. Hi Macayle,

See this video which will really help you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lx1q-ziAFZ0&eurl=http://www.imedix.com/health_community/vlx1q-ziAFZ0_hemorrhoid_treatment_prevention?q=What%20are%20hemorrhoids?&feature=player_embedded

Q. What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids? My husband complains that when he goes to the bathroom he bleeds. Does this mean he has hemorrhoids?

A. possibly,does his butt itch,might try taking a sitze bath