Hemorrhoids are inflamed tissues in the anal wall or rectum caused by increased gastrointestinal pressure. Its symptoms depend on the location of the condition. The only manifestation of internal hemorrhoid is rectal bleeding while external hemorrhoids can be a very painful bruise. It usually protrudes outside the anus. Most often, blood clot formation is seen at the anus and it is known as Thrombosed and constipation is one of the underlying causes of the disease, whether it’s internal or external.
Treatment and Home Management
Management depends on the severity or location of the hemorrhoid. It is imperative to identify if it’s really constipation is the underlying cause. Even so, there are home remedies available to lessen the pain and swelling.
•Diet modification is the first step to prevent and to lessen the occurrence of constipation. These diets include increasing the fiber and fluid intake, which are encouraged by most doctors and nutritionist if the case of hemorrhoid is just mild.
•Sitz bath or soaking the rectal area with hot water for 20 minutes for 3 to 4 times a day keeps the anus clean and relaxed.
•Avoid using dry toilet paper because it can irritate the anus.
•Keep the anus dry at all times. Talcum or any hypoallergenic powders can be used.
•Avoid all kinds of NARCOTICS, for it increases constipation. Consult a pharmacist and ask for an over-the-counter drug that can be used for relieving pain.
If the hemorrhoid is protruding in the anal sphincter, Vasoconstrictors (Hemorrhoid Suppositories) are over-the-counter (OTC) drugs available to strengthen the blood vessels and to lessen the swelling of the tissues. Topical medications or ointments (Hydrocortisone) are also available to lessen the itching and discomfort. Non Steroidal Inflammatory Drugs or NSAIDS are sometimes given to patients with burning pain caused by hemorrhoids.
What is Vicodin?
Vicodin is the combination of two pain killers; Hydrocone and Acetaminophen; both are classified as Opiods. This type of drugs is often called narcotics that are used to relieve moderate to severe pain. These are commonly given to patients who recently undergone surgery. The reason that narcotics are not available over -the-counter and prescriptions are required prior to purchasing because it is “highly addictive” and could be habit forming.
Special Concerns before taking Vicodin:
a) If you are allergic to Acetaminophen or Hydrocone, better ask your doctor to change the medicine that has been prescribed.
b) Do not take Vicodin if you recently ingested alcohol.
c) Inform your doctor if you have the following:
Dehydration
Low blood Pressure
Drug Addiction
A history of alcoholism
Bowel Obstruction or severe constipation
The common side effects that don’t need urgent attention:
•Drowsiness
•Constipation
•Sleepiness
Does it help in the treatment?
No, it aggravates the present hemorrhoids outside the anus. It is known to all health care providers that the side effects of Vicodin, which is a narcotic, is constipation. Doctors painstakingly prescribe narcotics in patients with multiple drug therapy that is why Vicodin is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal diseases. Thus, it will not help cure the hemorrhoids for it irritates the swollen tissues by the passage of hard stools.
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