Uncomfortable and painful, hemorrhoids are a common condition that can cause itching, bleeding, and inflammation. They can also lead to infection if not treated. Small, vascular cushions located on or in the rectum help control bowel function. In some cases, too much...
Many women develop hemorrhoids during pregnancy. Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are veins in and around your anus that become swollen. During pregnancy, hemorrhoids can develop as a result of hormonal changes, pressure from the growing baby on the rectal veins,...
Many of us will be traveling for the holidays. However, you have one uncomfortable problem – your hemorrhoids. Don’t let them stop you from having fun this holiday season, because it IS possible to travel comfortably with hemorrhoids. Our experts at Premier...
Hemorrhoids may be rarely serious but they can cause a great deal of discomfort – physically, mentally, and emotionally. Some are hesitant to seek treatment, either because of feelings of embarrassment or fear of the treatment. Surgery isn’t the only option...
Hemorrhoids are very common. In the United States, about 1 in 20 Americans over age 50 have hemorrhoids. What are hemorrhoids? Also known as piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal and lower rectal areas. They are very similar to varicose veins. Hemorrhoids...
