Hemorrhoids are enlarged or swollen veins in the lower rectum. The most common symptoms of hemorrhoids are rectal bleeding, itching, and pain. You may be able to see or feel hemorrhoids around the outside of the anus, or they may be hidden from view, inside the rectum.
Hemorrhoids are common, occurring in both men and women. Although hemorrhoids do not usually cause serious health problems, they can be annoying and uncomfortable. movement
Fortunately, treatments for hemorrhoids are available and can usually minimize the bothersome symptoms.
Hemorrhoids are more common in people who are older in those who have diarrhea or pelvic tumors, during or after pregnancy, and in people who sit for prolonged periods of time and strain (push hard) to have a bowel movement.
One of the most common causes of hemorrhoids is straining to pass hard, dry stools during bouts ofconstipation. Other factors that can lead to hemorrhoids include:
Symptoms of hemorrhoids can include the following:
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