Bleeding is the only indicator that should alert us to go to surgery. In other cases of swelling or pain, it will be necessary to follow the lifestyle habits indicated by the proctologist.
Hemorrhoids are a group of veins naturally present in our human anatomy, specifically in the region of the anus and rectum: everyone has them. It only becomes a problem when these hemorrhoids:
- Increase in size
- Lose their initial location
- Bleed
Preventing hemorrhoids
When faced with a case of swelling or pain due to hemorrhoids, the patient should follow certain lifestyle guidelines. These guidelines, followed by a healthy patient, will also help prevent hemorrhoids:
- Avoid constipation with a diet rich in fruit and fiber,
- Do not spend more than 5 minutes sitting on the toilet (more than 5 minutes causes hemorrhoids to become congested and bleed).
- Regular physical exercise, moderating the consumption of spicy foods and alcohol.
Hemorrhoids, when to operate?
Hemorrhoids should be operated when bleeding occurs and when they condition the patient’s life. Regardless of the pain, swelling or severity of the hemorrhoids, only when they bleed should the patient consider surgery.