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. Our son ...

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 ...

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

Hemorrhoids or Piles has become one of the most common diseases. Almost half of the population will encounter hemorrhoids by the age of 50. Incidence of hemorrhoids is more in men compared to women at ...

Is there severe bleeding or itching around the rectal region? Are you often embarrassed due to it, and find it difficult to do your daily activities with ease? Then, it is Piles! Did you know? Piles ...

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: ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: With almost every bowel movement, I have some blood on the paper. I suppose I have hemorrhoids. Is there any treatment other than surgery for them? -- F.T. Dear F.T.: Hemorrhoids ...

A third of the population will experience piles (swollen tissue and blood vessels in the back passage). Now a simple procedure, which causes less pain than conventional surgery, can treat even the ...

Complications are low in experienced hands; however some complications do occur at times. These are: Bleeding and recurrence of the problem can happen as with any surgery. If the sphincter (muscle ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I read your article on hemorrhoids. Do you have more ...