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==See Also== | ==See Also== |
Latest revision as of 02:29, 6 January 2022
Background
- Pathologic state cccurs when internal or external hemorrhoid plexus become engorged, prolapsed, or thrombosed
- Bleeding is usually limited (surface of stool, on toilet tissue, at end of defecation)
- Passage of blood clots requires evaluation for colon lesions
Risk Factors
- Constipation and straining at stool
- Frequent diarrhea
- Older age
- IBD
Types
- Internal hemorrhoid
- Originate above the dentate line
- Painless
- External hemorrhoid
- Originate below the dentate line
- Painful
Internal hemorrhoid chart
Treatment
- Increase fiber
- Sitz baths
- Topical steroid - Hydrocortizone
- Topical anti-spasmodic - Nifedipine
- See also treatment by specific type: