That's the good news. But even though the FDA approves some herbal remedies and not others, I'd advise you to keep an open mind. Personally, I don't give much credence to the FDA's opinions about herbal remedies. Both folklore and scientific research suggest that the variety of usable remedies is much larger than the government agency attests. All four people in my family have experienced them, more often when we get away from the high- fiber diet that we eat at home.
Hemorrhoids are varicose veins of the anus.
Anal veins drain blood away from the area. However, repeated straining during defecation, which is a common result of constipation, can interfere with the normal functioning of these veins. They may become permanently swollen, causing pain and itching. In addition, defecation can rupture the swollen blood vessels, causing bleeding. This is a particular problem among pregnant women, because during pregnancy, the developing fetus places pressure on all the veins of the lower abdomen.