In this article I will discuss some of the problems associated with piles or hemorrhoids, and current best practice and methods of treatment, before I address the thong issue.
Who gets them? Anyone of any age can get them, but some people with certain pre-dispositions are more prone to suffering from hemorrhoids than others, e.
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pregnancy piles which occur due to hormonal and physical changes during the gestation period.
It has been estimated that up to 50% of people suffer from them at some stage in their life, to a greater or lesser degree.
They can be internal or external, and being a problem associated with the veins around the back passage, they are also related to varicose veins, more commonly found on the legs.
Hemorrhoids thrombosed are when blood clots develop, normally in external piles, similar to a hemorrhoids prolapse (from the Latin "falling out, or forwards").
Do hemorrhoids bleed? Yes, they can, particularly when dry toilet paper is used.
That is why it is better to moisten it first to avoid aggravation, or else use baby wipes or moistened towels.
Hemorrhoid treatment includes cream for hemorrhoids such as Anusol HC cream for medical condition piles, or Anusol suppositories.
Diet is vital in alleviating stool bleeding and painful piles - plenty of fruit, fiber, vegetables, seeds, wholemeal, brown rice and lots of water every day.
Some recommend avoiding pork (sausages, bacon, ham, etc.
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So what about the thong? The good news is that unless your thong is so intensely tight that it cuts off your circulation, you should suffer from nothing worse than chaffing.
That said, and all joking aside, piles or hemorrhoids can be a serious problem, but nowadays there is no need to suffer in embarrassed silence.
Loose fitting under clothes are recommended instead of thongs for obvious reasons.
There are plenty of books and websites with very good information out there.