Causes of Piles

The cause of piles are not actually known but the theory is that there is a weakness in the tissue which joins the anal cushion to the muscle layer.  When passing lots of hard stools this causes the anal cushions to be disrupted, cause them to leave the anal tunnel and appear outside of the bottom.

However, if you are looking to avoid the risk of piles there there are ways in which to do this.  Firstly, you are more likely to get Haemorrhoids if you do not eat enough fibre.  Making sure you eat your recommended amount is important.  Fibre can be found by eating fruit and vegatables, along with food stuffs that contain wholegrain, such as breakfast cereals, types of bread and pasta and brown rice).

Constipation can be a cause.  This is due to the additional strain you put on your body.  Constipation may be caused by your diet so you may want to look at that.  Laxatives may help relieve any constipation that you are suffering.  You can also try to improve bowel movements by eating plenty of fibre (as mentioned above) and by drinking plenty of fluids.

As you get older the return does become weaker and this in turn increases the chances.  I am afraid there is little you can do to avoid getting old!  Pregancy has a similar effect and babies can be born with a weaker rectum which could cause them issues later in life.  Some familes have a history of piles which could be passed down to future generations.