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Xiao Ming is an IT engineer who is usually busy at work and often needs to work overtime.
Due to his prolonged sitting, he often feels discomfort around the anus and occasionally has blood in his stool.
At first, Xiao Ming didn't pay much attention to it, but thought that it might be caused by getting angry or eating irritating food.
However, over time, instead of alleviating, the symptoms tend to intensify.
One day, Xiao Ming couldn't bear it anymore and decided to go to the hospital for treatment.
In the anorectal department of the hospital, the doctor carefully inquired about Xiao Ming's symptoms and lifestyle habits, and then conducted a comprehensive anorectal examination on him.
Examinations include anal inspection, digital rectal examination, and anorectoscopy. After a series of examinations, the doctor confirmed that Xiao Ming had mild hemorrhoids and anal fissures.
The doctor explained that it was related to his long-term sedentary and improper perianal hygiene habits.
The doctor asked, "Xiao Ming, how do you keep the anal area clean?" Xiao Ming replied with some embarrassment: "I usually wipe it with toilet paper and rarely rinse it with water."
The doctor nodded and said, "Many people ignore the importance of perianal hygiene.
In fact, wiping with toilet paper alone cannot completely remove residual feces, and it is so easy to cause irritation and infection of the perianal skin in the long term.
In contrast, rinsing with warm water is more helpful in keeping the perianal area clean and reducing bacterial growth. "
The doctor went on to explain that there are many benefits to washing your butt with water regularly.
The water flow effectively washes away residual stool and bacteria, reducing the risk of irritation and infection of the perianal skin.
If residual feces adhere to the perianal skin for a long time, a large number of bacteria can grow, causing inflammation and infection.
Rinsing with water can remove these bacteria to the greatest extent and keep the perianal skin clean and hygienic.
Secondly, warm water irrigation can help improve perianal blood circulation and relieve uncomfortable symptoms caused by diseases such as hemorrhoids and anal fissures.
Hemorrhoids and anal fissures are often accompanied by symptoms such as pain, itching, and swelling, and warm water rinsing can relieve tension in the muscles around the anus, promote local blood circulation, and alleviate these discomforts.
At the same time, warm water also has a certain anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, which can help patients better control their condition.
In addition, the habit of washing your butt with water can also make you feel refreshed and comfortable, and improve your quality of life.
Many people feel clean and refreshed around the anus after washing their buttocks with water, and the whole person is refreshed.
This feeling of well-being not only contributes to physical health, but also to mental well-being.
However, doctors also warn that excessive frequent irrigation of the perianal area with water may destroy the natural protective barrier of the perianal skin, increasing the risk of skin dryness, peeling and other problems.
The perianal skin is delicate, and too frequent rinsing may wash away the natural oils on the skin's surface.
It can lead to dry and peeling skin, which in turn can cause inflammation, so it is recommended to wash 1-2 times a day, and the water temperature should not be too high and the strength should not be too high.
For people who already have anorectal diseases such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, etc., it is important to be extra careful when washing their butts with water.
Doctors recommend that they use a special bidet, pour warm water into the basin, and then sit on the basin and let the warm water soak around the anal area for a few minutes, which can effectively relieve pain and discomfort.
If the perianal skin is already broken, it is not recommended to rinse directly with water to avoid aggravating the wound.
At this time, you can use a cotton ball dipped in warm water and gently wipe the affected area, which can not only play a cleaning role, but also avoid further damage.
In addition to washing his buttocks with water, doctors also recommend that Xiao Ming gently wipe the anal area with a soft wet paper towel or cotton ball after going to the toilet, which can both clean and protect the skin.
Wet wipes can remove residual stool more effectively without causing excessive friction and irritation to the skin.
However, it is important to choose wet wipes that do not contain alcohol, fragrances and other irritating ingredients to avoid skin allergies.
Doctors emphasize that maintaining good bowel habits is also the key to preventing anorectal diseases.
Drink plenty of water, keep your stool smooth, and avoid holding urine and stool for a long time.
Once you feel the urge to defecate, you should have a bowel movement as soon as possible and do not overexert yourself to avoid increasing the burden on the perianal area.
If the stool is dry and it is difficult to defecate, you can appropriately increase the intake of dietary fiber, such as eating more vegetables and fruits, and if necessary, you can take laxatives to help defecation.
The doctor told Xiao Ming to pay attention to perianal hygiene and develop good toilet habits.
If the symptoms of perianal discomfort or bleeding persist, it is important to seek medical attention in time and do not blindly deal with it on your own so as not to delay the condition.
Many people are reluctant to seek medical treatment out of shame, and as a result, they miss the best time for early treatment, resulting in exacerbation of the disease.
The doctor emphasized that although anorectal diseases are difficult to talk about, they are very common health problems, and there is no need to hide from medical treatment.
After listening to the doctor's detailed explanation, Xiao Ming suddenly realized. He said that in the future, he will definitely pay attention to washing his buttocks with water and strive to improve the hygiene of the perianal area.
At the same time, he also realized that as an IT engineer, he can't get rid of it after sitting for a long time, so he must be active and arrange his work and rest time reasonably, so as to fundamentally protect his anorectal health.
The doctor's words inspired Xiao Ming, who realized that anorectal health may seem inconspicuous, but it is related to our overall health and quality of life.
The reason why many people suffer from anorectal diseases such as hemorrhoids and anal fissures is because they neglect daily perianal hygiene and health care.
As everyone knows, a simple habit such as washing your butt with water can prevent and improve the occurrence of anorectal problems to a large extent.
Of course, washing your butt with water is not a panacea.
Excessive and frequent douching can be counterproductive and disrupt the natural environment of the perianal skin.
[This content is a fictional short story, and any name, place name, or other aspects involved in the text have nothing to do with reality (without any implications). If there is any similarity, it is purely a coincidence, please read it rationally. 】
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