To keep the facts straight, hemorrhoids and yeast infection 2 entirely different conditions are. One does not cause the other although these may happen simultaneously. Sometimes, symptoms seem the same and interrelated because of the proximity of the affected tissues.
Causes of yeast infection
The exact cause of yeast infection is still unknown. Though, factors that cause symptoms to appear are known. Hormonal imbalance, Diabetes and pregnancy are some of the main triggers. Certain medications can also cause symptoms to occure.
Causes of hemorrhoids
Dilation and distension of the anal and rectal veins is mainly caused by constant chronic pressure. Common reasons for the pressure include the following:
Constipation
Constipation produces pressure in 2 ways. One fecal matter that overstays within the colon can put excessive pressure on the colon, specifically on the rectal muscles. This can impede normal blood flow in the rectal veins. Also, feces in constipation are hard and difficult to expel. As it passed through the colon, irritates the mucosal linings, which further supports development of venous distension. Also, because stools are difficult and hard to pass out of the colon, straining is often necessary. This would cause increased abdominal pressure, also force a lot of blood towards the veins in the lower portion of the colon. Blood rushes towards the veins. Straining raises pressure in the abdominal region, which places strain on the terminal portion of the colon. This strain prevents the blood to return in the main circulation. Blood pools within the veins, where it exerts pressure against the walls of veins. The more pressure it applies, the longer the blood stays, the more likely the venous walls will eventually lose its elasticity and become distended. Veins are naturally less elastic than arteries, as well as are naturally more prone for distention. Also, straining causes the venous walls to weaken because of too much blood flow that it was naturally designed to handle.
Gas
Gas trapped in the digestive tract is also a likely cause of hemorrhoids. As it accumulates, it produces pressure which press down on the pelvic organs such as the rectum and anus. This same pressure can also weaken the walls of the veins and become dilated and distended .
Pregnancy
The growing fetus can place too much pressure on the adjacent tissues such as the anus and the rectum, which supports formation of distended and dilated veins.
What to do in yeast infection + hemorrhoids
Itchiness is the main common symptom that these 2 health problems share. If these two problems are simultaneously present, the most important thing to do is to keep the perineal area clean. Maintain good hygiene. After toileting, wipe the area gently with cotton toilet paper. Avoid rubbing the area too harshly. If possible, wipe the genitals and the anal area using separate toilet paper or wipes. Yeast can be transferred into the already compromised mucosal lining of the anus and rectum, which can be a huge risk for infections.
Keep the area clean also. Avoid moisture but avoid dryness as well as. Moist areas will develop more yeast growth while dryness would promote further irritation and bleeding in the hemorrhoids.
Most importantly
, seek a doctor’s advice for proper and separate treatment of the yeast infection and the dilated veins.
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