Summer Travel Tips for Hemorrhoids
Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Hemorrhoids are rarely life-threatening but they can be very uncomfortable. In fact, some will notice how their hemorrhoids have greatly affected their quality of life, and now with warmer weather, many wonder if fun summer trips are possible even with hemorrhoids. The specialists at Premier Hemorrhoid Treatment Center in Knoxville, TN want you to understand […]
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Monday, June 29th, 2020
Hemorrhoids are rarely serious but they can be a real nuisance. Depending on what type of hemorrhoids you have, they may cause pain, bleeding, itching, and swelling. What causes hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids result from an increase in pressure in the lower rectal area. This increase in pressure can affect the blood flow in the area and […]
Read More »Hemorrhoids and Insomnia
Monday, June 1st, 2020
Are you having difficulty falling and/or staying asleep at night due to hemorrhoids? You’re not alone. About five percent of the population has hemorrhoids and they’re usually common in people in their 60s and 70s. What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids that can disrupt sleep? There are several symptoms of hemorrhoids that can affect one’s […]
Read More »OTC Medications for Hemorrhoids Not Working Anymore?
Friday, January 31st, 2020
Hemorrhoids are very common. In the United States alone, over 10 million of the population have them. How do hemorrhoids develop? Typically associated with prolonged sitting, hemorrhoids can develop as a result of increased pressure in the lower rectal area. They are very similar to varicose veins, only that they develop inside the rectum (internal […]
Read More »How Long Do Hemorrhoids Last?
Friday, July 26th, 2019
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in your anal or rectal area. About 50 million Americans are affected by hemorrhoids, many are above the age of 50. Duration of Hemorrhoids One of the most common questions of those with hemorrhoids is how long do these swollen veins last? For some people, the symptoms of hemorrhoids may clear […]
Read More »Colorectal Cancer- What is it?
Wednesday, February 20th, 2019
Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the United States. This year, it is estimated that there will be over 100,000 new cases of colon cancer and over 40,000 cases of rectal cancer. Where does colorectal cancer start? Most cases of colorectal cancer begin as a growth in the inner lining […]
Read More »Can Your Job Give You Hemorrhoids?
Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019
You may have hemorrhoids without being aware of it. It’s not unusual that hemorrhoids are very common. Almost half of Americans age 50 and above have them. Anyone can have it but there are people with certain occupations who are more predispose to developing it. Is your job giving you hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids or piles are […]
Read More »Do You Have Hemorrhoids?
Friday, January 4th, 2019
What are hemorrhoids? Also known as piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal and rectal area. Although they’re the most regular cause of rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids are rarely dangerous. Hemorrhoids are very common. About three of four adults experience them at some point in their lives. What causes them? There are several possible […]
Read More »Don’t Be Ashamed
Wednesday, August 16th, 2017
Over three million of hemorrhoid cases are reported each year, but only a third of those with symptomatic hemorrhoids actually seek help. This can be a result of fear, embarrassment, or lack of resources. What are hemorrhoids? Also called piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal and rectal areas. They are the most common […]
Read More »The Side Effect of Pregnancy Nobody Talks About
Thursday, January 12th, 2017
More than half of pregnant women develop hemorrhoids. These are painful, itchy, and swollen veins in the rectum and anus. It can be as small as a pea to as big as a grape and may develop inside the rectum or protrude in the anus. Although hemorrhoids can be uncomfortable, they are generally harmless. In […]
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