In general, hemorrhoids are divided into 2 types, namely internal hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids. The main difference between the two types of hemorrhoids is the location of the formation of hemorrhoids. What are the characteristics? Let's look at the following reviews.
Hemorrhoids or hemorrhoids are a common complaint. Diseases with other names hemorrhoids This is characterized by the appearance of a lump in the anus which can be accompanied by pain or itching in the anus, as well as bleeding during bowel movements. Symptoms and signs that appear can vary slightly, depending on the type of hemorrhoid experienced.
Types of hemorrhoids and their characteristics
Hemorrhoids occur when the blood vessels in the end of the large intestine (rectum) and rectum or anus swell. Based on the location and symptoms caused, hemorrhoids are divided into 2 types, namely:
Internal hemorrhoids (internal hemorrhoids)
So called because the swelling that occurs is inside the anus, precisely in the rectum. Generally, internal hemorrhoids do not cause pain because there are not many nerves in the rectum.
In this hemorrhoid, the lump may not be felt and not visible from outside the anus, so it rarely causes complaints. Internal hemorrhoids can also heal on their own.
This is a mild type of hemorrhoid and is usually only detected when there is blood coming out of the anus during defecation. Another symptom of internal hemorrhoids is itching and pain in the anus. These symptoms usually only appear when the internal hemorrhoids become larger.
External hemorrhoids (external hemorrhoids)
In this type of hemorrhoid, the location of the swelling is outside the rectum or more precisely around the anal canal. People who experience external hemorrhoids may complain of several symptoms, such as:
- Burning and burning sensation around the anus
- Itching of the anus
- A lump or swelling around the anus
- bloody CHAPTER
From the symptoms, external hemorrhoids are more painful and often make the sufferer feel uncomfortable. This is because the swollen blood vessels are under the skin around the anus, where there are more nerves in that area.
This is the result if hemorrhoids are not handled properly
If not treated properly, the two types of hemorrhoids above can get worse and develop into prolapsed or thrombotic hemorrhoids. Here is the explanation:
Prolapsed hemorrhoids
Called prolapsed hemorrhoids if the lump has passed through the anal canal. In some cases, the lump due to a prolapsed hemorrhoid can re-enter the anus on its own.
However, others need to be pushed by hand to re-enter. In prolapsed hemorrhoids, the pain in the anus will be more painful when sitting and when defecating.
Thrombosed hemorrhoids
Thrombosed hemorrhoids occur when a blood clot forms in the hemorrhoidal lump. As a result, blood flow around the anus becomes blocked due to these blood clots, so that the blood supply to the anal tissue is reduced. This condition will make hemorrhoid symptoms worse.
In thrombotic hemorrhoids, hemorrhoidal lumps can appear bluish-purple in color, and cause intense itching and intense pain when standing, walking or defecating.
Types of internal and external hemorrhoids or prolapsed hemorrhoids that are not too severe can generally still be treated with home treatments, such as:
- Adopt a healthy diet.
- Eat more fibrous foods.
- Drink more water.
- Don't sit too long.
- Exercise regularly.
- Do not delay to defecate and as much as possible avoid pushing too hard during defecation.
In addition to the methods above, hemorrhoids can also be treated by taking hemorrhoid medications or using hemorrhoid ointment that is applied to the anus.
While thrombotic hemorrhoids require medical action in the form of external thrombectomy surgery, which is a procedure to remove blood clots in hemorrhoid lumps.
In addition, surgical removal of hemorrhoids is also usually necessary if the hemorrhoid lump is large or when both internal and external types of hemorrhoids occur together.
To determine the type of drug that is suitable for use and determine whether hemorrhoids need to be treated surgically, you can consult with your doctor further.