Cause Of Hemorrhoids
Health Encyclopedia: Hemorrhoid Surgery
Hemorrhoid surgery is the removal of enlarged veins around the anus (
Alternative Names
Hemorrhoidectomy
Description
Hemorrhoids are swollen (enlarged, dilated) veins (
Hemorrhoids can be removed surgica...
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Hemorrhoids
...veins in the lower portion of the rectum or anus. Alternative Names Rectal lump; Piles; Lump in the rectum Causes, incidence, and risk factors This condition... Read more »Hemorrhoids
Rectal lump; Piles; Lump in the rectum Treatment Over-the-counter corticosteroid creams can reduce pain and swelling. Hemorrhoid creams with... Read more »Hemorrhoids
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