I've been offered an operation to remove a prolapsed haemorrhoid but I'm worried it will be painful and leave me incontinent. Risk factors include constipation, straining during bowel movements, pregnancy and heavy lifting, as these all increase pressure in blood vessels, making haemorrhoids more likely. Risk factors of haemorrhoids include constipation, straining during bowel movements, pregnancy and heavy lifting, as …
Q: I'm 73 and have had high blood pressure for years. Treatment for high blood pressure — also known as hypertension — should always include non-drug measures alongside medication. Research shows that reducing your daily intake of salt can reduce blood pressure — cutting back by 3g, for instance, lowers systolic pressure by an average 5mmHg, one study found. A …
