Hemorrhoids are among the most common and widespread afflictions in the developed world. In fact over 80% of the U.S. population suffer from them at one time or another. According to The National Center of Health statistics, over 23 million people reported incidents of hemorrhoids in the past year,while a total of 36 million reported ever having hemorrhoids.The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse concluded that around 52,000 people were impaired due to hemorrhoids between 1983 and 1987. In addition, the National Center of Health Research lists hemorrhoids as the most commonly reported condition among major digestive disorders.
What is a hemorrhoid?
Hemorrhoids are a natural part of the anatomy. The term "symptomatic
hemorrhoids" is used when hemorrhoid veins become inflamed and cause
bleeding, pain, itching and discomfort.
Hemorrhoids are classified by location: internal, external and
mixed, or by severity using grades I through IV.
Stay away from any foods that may cause constipation.
Drink plenty of water.
Eat fruits and vegetables with every meal, especially natural laxatives such as prunes, pineapple, kale, raw carrots, grapefruit, and apples.
Try to relax and allow as much time as you need to during bowel movements.
Managing your hemorrhoid attack
Keep the anal area clean, and use wipes at all times during the healing process, even when you don’t have much pain.
Avoid wearing tight clothing.
Rest as much as possible.
Fill your tub with warm water and sit in it after bowel movements (sitz bath).
Use petroleum jelly before bowel movements and reapply after sitz bath.
Avoid exercising and sitting for long periods of time.
If you are constipated take a stool softener.
If you are dehydrated, drink water.
If you are stressed, make an effort to get away from what is causing your stress.
Wear Anuleaf AD and apply two or three times a day, taking rest periods
between applications to allow skin around hipbone to recover. Reapply after sitz bath.
Frequently Asked Questions About anuleaf AD
What is anuleaf AD?
anuleaf AD is an adhesive device that offers immediate relief of hemorrhoid pain. It consists of two crescent-shaped strips that hold your buttocks on a diagonal from the lower fold of your gluteus muscle to the hipbone. anuleaf AD comes in two sizes: small and medium. Review the sizing chart on the box or on our website to determine the right size for you.
How does it work?
The device lifts the gluteus muscles away from the anal area so that the hemorrhoids are unobstructed. Minimal application of adhesive on both ends of each strip makes removal and walking easy.