What are the symptoms of piles
April 23, 2009
Piles relate to the disorder that is characterized by the swelling of the inside part of the anal canal. The function of anal canal is to connect the rectum with the anus.
The swellings are round in shape and are similar to grapes in appearance. Many people confuse between piles and varicose veins which is actually quite different.
Though they develop within the anal canal, they are mostly found to hang out of their normal place. First degree piles refer to the swellings found inside the lining of the anal canal. They also result in blood flow but remains unseen when viewed from outside.
Second degree piles are much larger and often stick out in a prolapsed condition. They are found to return to the normal position on their own.
Third degree piles are similar in appearance with the only difference that they need to be pushed back in externally. Fourth degree piles relates to the permanent hanging down of the swelling from the anus.
In this case, the swelling can not be pushed back inside. They might become extremely swollen and extremely painful as the blood in them clots.
Swellings that develop from area beneath the anal cushions are sometimes referred to as external piles.
The most commonly found symptom of piles is the appearance of bright red blood that comes out from the anus. The blood is often noted on the toilet paper after wiping.
Pain and discomfort as the bowels are opened, lump in the anal region, slimy discharge of mucus which might be accompanied by itching etc are the other commonly found symptoms of piles.
The exact cause of piles remains to be known. The commonly accepted theory in medical circles is that piles occur as a result of weakening of the tissues that connects the anal cushions to the muscle layers below.
You have an increased risk of being affected with piles if you have constipation, eat a diet that is low in fiber content or if you have chronic diarrhea.
Pregnant women are also found to be more prone to develop this disorder as an after effect of the hormones on the blood vessels. Increased abdominal weight is yet another reason.
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Thanks. Good to know I don’t have piles