Millions of people are diagnosed with a very painful condition called hemorrhoids. These hemorrhoids happen when the blood vessels and veins in and around the anal opening becomes dilated. When this happens, it causes severe pain of the anus and is often accompanied by burning and itching. Hemorrhoids come in two main categories. These categories are called the internal and external hemorrhoid. How to cure hemorrhoids successfully will require research and sometimes include a visit to the health care provider of choice.
The internal hemorrhoid occurs when the muscles that support the blood vessels weaken. Once weakened, they become enlarged and this results in a sac-like protuberance inside the rectal canal. If this protuberance is large enough, it will push out of the anal canal and cause a prolapsed hemorrhoid.
External hemorrhoids can happen at the opening of the anus and right under the skin. These are very itchy and cause a burning sensation. There are times that blood will fill the hemorrhoid can cause clots. These hemorrhoids are called thromboses external hemorrhoids.