Have you been wondering lately if you've got hemorrhoids?  Here are some frequently asked questions people often ask when they think they may have them.
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  What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are like varicose veins in your anus region.
  They develop because of pressure and strain on those veins.
  Sometimes you can feel a little lump in that  area.
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  What do hemorrhoids look like? It's hard to actually look at them unless you're standing in front of a mirror and holding a hand mirror behind your butt.
  If you have them, you may see one or more little lumps in your anal region.
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  How do I know if I've got hemorrhoids? Here is a small list of hemorrhoid symptoms: Straining when trying to pass a bowel movement Itching in the anal area Spots of blood on the toilet paper Constipation Feeling uncomfortable while sitting down (because you're pressing down on them) 4.
  How can I get rid of my hemorrhoids? Constipation can be a major cause of hemorrhoids.
  This occurs when you don't eat enough fiber in your diet.
  Fiber can be found in fruits and vegetables and whole grains such as wholemeal bread and brown rice.
  Prunes and dried figs also contain fiber.
  Eating five to seven serves daily of fresh fruits and vegetables can really help get rid of constipation.
  Drinking plenty of plain water is helpful too because it assists you in digesting all that added fiber.
   And 20 to 30 minutes of daily exercise is beneficial for overall good health.
So if you keep up your new high fiber diet, hopefully you'll start seeing results in two weeks and be on the way  to getting rid of hemorrhoids.