Proctology Institute

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The most common and convenient way to remove an uncomfortable hemorrhoid is through rubber band ligation. During this procedure, a Los Angeles hemorrhoid doctor places a rubber band on the hemorrhoid to cut off its blood supply. Because this is minimally invasive, most people prefer this method for its simplicity. The proctologist will conduct a physical exam on a patient’s rectum using an anoscope, which is a viewing instrument that allows the doctor to see the hemorrhoid up close and personal. [ 214 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//rubber-band-ligation-/

Constipation is one of the leading symptoms of hemorrhoids. Laxatives help you deal with constipation because they help you achieve a more regular bowel movement, and prevent your hemorrhoids from worsening. Unfortunately, laxatives are also habit-forming, and may create a dependency which can end up worsening your constipation instead of curing it. A Word of Caution on Laxative Use Laxatives force the stool to come out, and frequent consumption may cause the veins of the rectum and anus to bruise and swell, making them vulnerable to infection and inflammation. [ 341 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//best-laxatives-for-he/

Weight lifting is a great way to boost your stamina, control your weight, improve your focus, and improve the quality of your life. However, it has its own share of cons as well. If you’ve lifted too much weight in a session, it will result to sore muscles and achy joints. And it can also trigger hemorrhoids. If you already have a history of hemorrhoids and would still like to continue with your weight lifting, consider talking to a personal trainer or a Los Angeles anal doctor first. [ 252 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//how-to-do-weight-lift/

Maybe you have a desk job that requires you to sit through long periods of time. Or perhaps you spend most of your spare time scrolling through the internet or watching Netflix. Whatever may be the case, an inactive lifestyle puts a lot of pressure on the blood vessels located in your anal area. The lack of exercise also leads to chronic constipation and excessive straining in the bathroom, which will only worsen your [ 240 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//how-to-exercise-when-/

Most people postpone their visit to the doctor because they are too embarrassed to talk about what’s bothering them. Things such as bodily functions, private parts, and sex are still taboo, which is why a lot of people would rather tolerate or suffer through the pain instead of seeking a medical appointment. Almost everybody who have consulted me have been embarrassed to talk about their [ 353 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//how-to-tell-your-doct/

Hemorrhoids can be a literal pain in the ass. And when you have them, you certainly don’t want to do anything to worsen your ordeal. You need to stop doing the following things if you have a hemorrhoid: Taking too much laxatives. A laxative may be a good idea to ease your constipation. But just like in all things, too much of it would be a bad idea. [ 275 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//stop-right-there-6-th/

Hemorrhoids is a common medical ailment, especially for people who are getting along in years. It can easily be treated by increasing your fiber and water intake. A hard stool can irritate the surrounding blood vessels as it makes its way down the anal canal. Upping your fiber and fluids will cause the stool to soften, so you won’t have to strain as hard when taking a poop. [ 232 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//do-you-really-need-a-/

If you’re experiencing itchiness in the rectal area or having painful bowel movements, it could be a sign of hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids happen whenever the small veins near your rectum and anus become swollen or inflamed. In a sense, they’re like varicose veins, but are located in the butt. Many people do not know that there two types of hemorrhoids: internal and external. [ 262 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//internal-and-external/

Hemorrhoids come in a number of varieties. They can be external bumps or internal lumps, and they may even extend from inside to outside, a process known as thrombosing. This page offers a simple table for distinguishing one hemorrhoid type from another; ultimately the true work of diagnosis must fall to a hemorrhoid doctor who can help you to determine which type is prevalent, and how best to treat the full range of symptoms you present with. [ 115 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//hemorrhoids-come-in-d/

If you are a regular reader of this blog, you know that hemorrhoids are almost always caused by an increase in pressure on the blood vessels in and around your anus. Too much sitting is a very common cause, as is too much straining on the toilet. But hemorrhoids can occasionally be harbingers of a more serious issue, and it is helpful to understand what’s at stake in these rare cases. [ 157 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//other-causes-of-hemor/

As if the increased blood volume and back pain isn’t enough, pregnancy also comes with a host of collateral health issues that many women don’t hear about until they happen. At the top of that list is hemorrhoids, which tend to strike during the later months of pregnancy when your body weight has increased and your days have become, by necessity somewhat more sedentary. [ 174 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//hemorrhoids-during-pr/

Did you know that colon cancer strikes different ethnicities in disproportionate ways? This was addressed in the article I linked to in my prior post; today I want to get a little deeper into this issue directly. This web page offers a good starting point, beginning with a moving video essay about the unequal burden borne by African Americans in the fight against this unusually aggressive disease: [ 93 more words ] http://www.proctologyinstitute.com//17/race-and-colon-can/