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The Haemorrhoid Term
The term “haemorrhoid” refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. Haemorrhoids may result from straining to move stool. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation, diarrhea, or anal intercourse. Haemorrhoids are both inside and above the anus (internal) or under the skin around the anus (external).
Haemorrhoids cause itching, pain or bleeding of swollen tissues and varicose veins located in the anus and rectum. Fortunately, haemorrhoids can be treated easily, and may be prevented in many cases. Since the condition of haemorrhoids almost always tends to get worse over the years, safe, gentle, and effective treatment for haemorrhoids are advocated as soon as they occur.