Do Spices and Chili Really Cause Hemorrhoids? Let’s Settle the Matter

"Stay away from spicy food... it will give you hemorrhoids!" A phrase we hear constantly, and many treat it as a sacred medical truth. But is spicy food actually the cause of hemorrhoids? Or is it just a myth passed down through generations without scientific evidence?

Modern science has a clear answer. In this Hemocure guide, we present the facts scientifically and simply to settle the debate regarding the relationship between spicy food and anorectal diseases.

First: What Are the Real Causes of Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are the swelling or dilation of anal and rectal veins due to continuous excessive pressure. This pressure results from:

• Chronic constipation or recurrent diarrhea.

• Straining (excessive pushing) during bowel movements.

• Sitting for long periods (especially in office jobs).

• Pregnancy and childbirth.

• Genetic factors or weakening of tissues with age.

Note: Spicy food is not listed as a "mechanical" cause for the development of hemorrhoids.

The Scientific Fact: Spicy Food "Does Not Cause" Hemorrhoids

According to modern gastroenterological studies, spicy foods do not cause hemorrhoids and do not create them from nothing. Hemorrhoids only appear due to mechanical pressure or dysfunction in the pelvic muscles and veins.

So, why do we always link spicy food with pain?

Here lies the scientific explanation. Hot peppers contain "Capsaicin," an irritant to mucous membranes. When this substance passes through the anal canal during evacuation, it causes:

1. An intense burning sensation.

2. Increased blood flow to the area (temporary congestion).

3. Irritation of the sensitive skin around the anus.

Simply put: Spicy food does not cause hemorrhoids, but it "exposes" their pain and intensifies symptoms.

The Effect of Spicy Food on "Anal Fissures" (Important Warning)

If you suffer from an anal fissure (even a minor one), eating spicy food is a temporary "disaster." The spicy substance touches the exposed wound directly, causing:

• Sharp pain that lasts for hours after a bowel movement.

• Increased anal sphincter spasms, which hinder wound healing.

• Inflammation and delayed recovery.

When Should You Avoid Spicy Food Entirely?

At Hemocure, we recommend staying away from spicy spices temporarily if you have:

• An active anal fissure.

• Acute hemorrhoid inflammation episodes.

• Post-operative recovery from anal laser procedures (for at least two weeks).

• Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease.

Does Avoiding Spicy Food Cure Hemorrhoids?

Avoiding chili is not a radical cure. If hemorrhoids are already present and at Grade 3 or 4, they will not disappear simply by changing your diet. Abstinence only helps in:

• Reducing the sensation of burning and inflammation.

• Providing a calm environment for minor wounds to heal.

The Real Cure: Starts with a correct diagnosis and using modern techniques like Laser (Leonardo 1940nm) available at our centers, which ends the problem completely without traditional surgery.

Why Choose Hemocure?

If spicy food causes you unbearable pain, it usually means there is an underlying issue (hemorrhoids or a fissure) that needs examination. At Hemocure, we provide:

• Accurate diagnosis using High-Resolution Anoscopy.

• Laser treatment for hemorrhoids and fissures in just minutes.

• A rapid recovery protocol that returns you to your normal life immediately.

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Summary

Chili is not the primary culprit in causing hemorrhoids, but it is a "pain trigger" if the problem already exists. Treatment doesn't start with just cutting out spices, but with an accurate diagnosis and solving the issue from its roots.