Hemorrhoids are swollen, inflamed veins around the lower rectum or anus, either inside the anus or under the skin. Also called piles, hemorrhoids are common in both men and women, and often result from straining to have a bowel movement. Other causes include pregnancy, aging and chronic constipation or diarrhea.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Colon and Rectal Surgery
BMC's colorectal surgeons offer cutting-edge surgical treatments for conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus, in coordinating with other specialists.