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Diseases & Conditions
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Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen and inflamed veins in the anus and rectum. They may result from straining during a bowel movement or the increased pressure on these veins during pregnancy, among other causes.
Treatment may include:
- medication including over-the-counter creams, ointments or pads
- daily warm baths
- incision to remove clot
Types include:
- internal – not visible, and person usually cannot feel these hemorrhoids. Straining or irritation from passing stool can injure a hemorrhoid's delicate surface and cause it to bleed.
- external – visible and tend to be painful
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