Hemorrhoids (PILES)CURE YOURSELF WITH MEDICINE , AVOID PAINFUL PROCEDURES OF SURGERY Homoeopathy as the general rule; allopathy as a last resort Increased straining during bowel movements may lead to hemorrhoids.It is a common condition.Hypertension, particularly portal hypertension, may also cause hemorrhoids.Obesity can be a factor by increasing rectal vein pressure.Sitting for prolonged periods of time can cause hemorrhoids.Poor muscle tone or poor posture can result in too much pressure on the rectal veins.Pregnancy causes hypertension and increases strain during bowel movements, so hemorrhoids are often associated with pregnancy.Excessive consumption of alcohol or caffeine can cause hemorrhoids.Both can cause diarrhea.Note that caffeine ingestion increases blood pressure transiently, but is not thought to cause chronic hypertension.Alcohol can also cause alcoholic liver disease leading to portal hypertension.Insufficient water intake may cause a hard stool, or even chronic constipation, leading to hemorrhoidal irritation.Eating fruit, vegetables (fiber rich food - fruits, vegetables and cereals are high in fiber) helps avoid conditions that lead to hemorrhoids.