Under the expert guidance of our Board Certified Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Mark Zuzga, our team of Vein Specialists & Vascular Experts are committed to delivering top-tier outpatient vascular & vein evaluation and treatment throughout the greater Tampa & West Florida surrounding areas. Should you find yourself dealing with leg pain, swelling, ulcers, discoloration, or the appearance of spider and varicose veins, we invite you to request a screening todayHemorrhoids Correlation to Varicose Veins
Did you know hemorrhoids and varicose veins are closely related? They are! Both hemorrhoids and varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins. Usually, varicose veins form in a person’s legs, but they can form in other parts of the body, including the rectum. When varicose veins form in the rectum, they are called hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids can be internal (small swollen veins in the inside of the rectum) or external (they swell so much they bulge outside the body). These can be incredibly painful; however, they are usually not seen as a serious medical condition. Hemorrhoids can develop from excessive pressure in the pelvic and rectal area from both constipation and diarrhea. Constipation and diarrhea create excessive pressure on the veins; weight gain and pregnancy can also cause extra pressure in the area to develop hemorrhoids.
Varicose veins can be hereditary, and they can also develop from prolonged sitting or standing, because the veins are working harder to pump blood back to the heart.
Symptoms of hemorrhoids include blood passing with a bowl movement, painful or itchy external hemorrhoids, and can bleed if irritated by straining or wiping. Many times, irritated veins will show no symptoms, and discomfort can come on suddenly.
If external hemorrhoids become extremely irritated, a clot may develop underneath the skin in the form of a hard, painful bump. This bump is called a thrombosed or clotted hemorrhoids, which is a hemorrhoid that developed a clot within itself. It is best to seek medical advice if the pump is bluish-purplish-black in color and is terribly painful and inflamed.
For most hemorrhoids, people can do some at home treatments to feel better and prevent future hemorrhoids or current ones from getting worse that includes: adding fiber to their diets, drinking more water, lower alcohol intake, using Preparation-H or other over-the-counter creams, applying a cold pack to the area, and exercising regularly.
If you’re suffering from varicose veins or hemorrhoids, or if you feel you have any issues related to a venous insufficiency, contact Dr. Zuzga of West Florida Vein Center. To book an appointment, call 727-712-3233 or click here.