Hemorrhoids

What are hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are when the veins or blood vessels in and around your anus and lower rectum become swollen and irritated. This happens when there is extra pressure on these veins. Hemorrhoids can be either inside your anus (internal) or under the skin around your anus (external).
Hemorrhoids are very common in both men and women. About half of all people will have hemorrhoids by age 50. Many women get hemorrhoids during pregnancy and childbirth. The pressure of carrying a baby in
your abdomen puts extra stress on the blood vessels in your pelvic area. Straining to push the baby out when giving birth also puts extra pressure on these blood vessels.

Causes of hemorrhoids:

You may get hemorrhoids if you:
  • Often strain during bowel movements
  • Are pregnant
  • Have a family history of hemorrhoids
  • Are older
  • Have long-term or chronic constipation or diarrhea
https://www.hanxinclinic.com/index.php/2019/09/20/hemorrhoids/

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