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			<description><![CDATA[Hemorrhoid is a common condition of the anal and the rectum region that affects a large percentage of the world population. Though not life threatening, it causes itching, pain and discomfort to the afflicted. Hemorrhoids can occur both inside as well as outside the anus. Hemorrhoids located internally are referred to as thrombosed hemorrhoids and these generally form a clot on the inside of the anus. This is how it has got the name "thrombosed". Thrombos means inside. 

Generally [b]thrombosed hemorrhoids[/b] are formed on the veins in the rectum region just under the skin. There are also external thrombosed hemorrhoids that can be seen on the outside and felt. It is a mass of bloody tissues that swells out of the anal region with a blood clot.  The blood clot can be of the size of a pea and it may appear red or blue in color due to the accumulation of blood. The external hemorrhoids are very painful and disturb the normal routine of a person. These generally disappear within a couple of weeks. 

Hemorrhoids usually happen to people who suffer from constipation or who have irregular bowel movements. It also happens from being obese, sitting at one place for long, and also from sitting in the toilet for long. Women experience hemorrhoids when they are pregnant. Hemorrhoids are caused due to the excess weight put on these regions and also due to straining at the time of delivery. There are remedies galore to enable people to take care of the problem.

Treating the thrombosed hemorrhoids is not very difficult from treating simple hemorrhoids. This is due to the fact that the root causes of both are same. There are a number of over the counter medicines that are available to provide relief to the hemorrhoids patients. There are a host of creams and ointments that help to reduce the pain and the inflammation. You can simply buy the ointments and apply in the affected regions to take care of the swollen parts. These ointments are affordable and works wonders in most cases. 

Of the wide array of choices that are available for treating thrombosed hemorrhoids, the natural ways are often the best way to treat the condition. This includes taking hot baths in order to clean the affected regions. This will also help reduce the pain and the swelling in those areas. You will get much relief from the discomfort and the pain in the regions. Hot compresses can be applied in the affected region as well. This helps the veins to relax thereby reducing the discomfort. Ice packs are also known to bring much relief from the symptoms of the condition. Witch hazel and aloe vera have medicinal properties and are some of the popular hemorrhoids remedies that can be applied on the affected parts to reduce the inflammation and swelling.

Depending on the severity of the thrombosed hemorrhoids that you have, your doctor might also recommend a surgery to you. Hemorrhoidectomy is the surgical procedure that is used to drain out the blood from the hemorrhoids and thus get rid of it. This is an expensive procedure and it might also be very painful. The recovery time might extend to several weeks. It is therefore better to weigh all the option before opting or surgery. Apart from [url=http://www.hemroidshemorrhoids.com/community/topic/27/hemorrhoids-surgery/]Hemorrhoidectomy[/url] there are also many other surgical ways to help shrink the hemorrhoids. 

- Infrared coagulation - This helps to remove the hemorrhoids from the body through the use of infrared radiation. 

- Rubber band ligation – In this method a rubber band is used to tie the protruding hemorrhoids. This stops the supply of blood to the varicose vein. This in turn causes the hemorrhoids to disappear.

- Sclerotherapy - Through this method a chemical solution is injected in the affected regions which cause the hemorrhoids to shrink.

Some people are lucky to not have contracted thrombosed hemorrhoids. There are a number of ways you can prevent it from happening. A balanced diet that includes lots of dietary fiber and also drinking a lot of water is helpful to prevent the occurrence of hemorrhoids. These help to soften the bowels and prevent constipation from happening. This will in turn keep hemorrhoids at bay. 

Other tips include avoiding sitting at one place for a long time. If you are in a job that requires you to sit at desk for long hours, it is best to take short breaks so as not to put undue strain on the muscles of the region. You must also avoid lifting heavy items. Obesity is one of the major causes that lead to the hemorrhoids. It is important that you lose all the extra flab to prevent the hemorrhoids from happening. Also, avoid aggressive use of the toilet paper. This will only aggravate the situation. 

Thrombosed hemorrhoids, if taken proper care of, can be removed within a few days. It is important that steps be taken to prevent its re-occurrence.  Also check our [url=http://www.hemroidshemorrhoids.com/book/]hemroid book[/url] for more details.]]></description>
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