Patient was educated regarding complications of hemorrhoids as follows: Pain External hemorrhoids and prolapsed internal hemorrhoids can be extremely painful to touch and during bowel movement. Bleeding Both internal and external hemorrhoids can bleed heavily and if unchecked, can lead to anemia over time. Thrombus formation The hemorrhoids can form clots and lead to acute exacerbation of episodes of pain. Infection External hemorrhoids and prolapsed internal hemorrhoids can cause pruritus and inflammation. Intense itching with [...]

Patient was educated on lifestyle modifications to prevent development of hemorrhoids as follows: Use pain killers only sparingly. Practice alternative relaxation methods for pain management. Limiting use of pain killers and laxatives, only as needed, can help prevent constipation and eliminate the need to strain at stool. Having physical activity, as tolerated, can improve the constipation and help promote easy bowel movement. Do not ignore the urge. Ignoring the urge to use the toilet, can [...]

Patient was educated on lifestyle modifications to prevent development of hemorrhoids as follows: Increasing the amount of insoluble fiber in the diet can add bulk to the stool. Adding bulk to stool will draw more water to it from the intestines and keeps the stool soft. This will be easier to pass during bowel movement and eliminates the need to strain at stool. Observe compliance with daily fluid intake requirement of about 3 liters a [...]

Patient was educated regarding risk factors for development of hemorrhoids in senior citizens as follows: Straining at stool is the main cause for hemorrhoid development. Long-term pressure on the veins in the anorectal region during bowel movement result in swelling of these veins, giving rise to hemorrhoids. Bulk to stool is needed to draw water from the intestines and maintain the stool soft. Low insoluble fiber in the diet results in lack of bulk to [...]