Intense pain during a bowel movement sent our son to the ER. He got diagnosed with a blood clot in a hemorrhoid and needed surgery to fix it. I thought hemorrhoids happen when you sit a lot.

Hemorrhoids are one of the most common — and least discussed — medical problems in adults. They can cause itching, pain, ...

Hemorrhoids aren’t exactly dinner-party conversation, but you or someone you know has likely dealt with them. In fact, there’s a good chance they’re sitting beside you at that proverbial dinner table: ...

Q: I’ve suffered with bleeding hemorrhoids for many years, and lifestyle changes haven’t helped. My doctor suggested surgery. Is this risky? A: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus. Many people ...

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It's not exactly the hot topic at dinner parties, and some find it embarrassing to bring the topic up with their doctor, but more than half the population will develop hemorrhoids, usually after age ...

Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

My 30-year-old and otherwise healthy grandson has been suffering from and treating hemorrhoids for two years. He is anemic due to his loss of blood. He’s had several bandings; they couldn’t complete ...

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