Internal, external, protruding, say what?

The different types of hemorrhoids can be confusing but I’m going to try and to explain them in laymen terms.

What is internal hemorrhoids?

Internal hemorrhoids aren’t usually painful – thank god – but they can get very bad if gone unnoticed. If you see blood in your stool or on your toilet paper, this is a indication of a internal hemorrhoid.

What is external hemorrhoids?

External hemorrhoids are extremely painful and make a simple task like standing a workout. The pain can get so severe that focusing on anything except how much pain you are in is a task.

What is protruding hemorrhoids?

Just the sound of that is disgusting, but it really is a type of hemorrhoid. This type is actually the internal type that comes out through the anus because it has grown so large. Go ahead and say it; ewww!

I’ve never had this type, but I’ve heard that it is the most painful.

How can I prevent hemorrhoids?

There are a few easy ways to minimize the risk of getting hemorrhoids.

• Eat less fat and more fiber

• Avoid long periods of sitting or standing

• Avoid heavy lifting by yourself

• Take constipation medicine at the first sign that you are constipated

• If you are overweight, lose some of it

I want to be free of hemorrhoids!

Don’t we all? I have had both internal and external hemorrhoids in the past – never protruding thank God! Once they are gone you are more at risk of getting them again, but changing some of your habits will help you stay hemorrhoid free for life.

In the meantime, do a search around the Internet, you will find a wealth of information that can help you get rid of the problem right now!