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Hemorrhoids
Alternate Names : Lump in the Rectum, Piles, Rectal Lump
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Hemorrhoids
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The most common causes of hemorrhoids are straining at bowel movements, prolonged sitting and pregnancy. Internal hemorrhoids occur above the anal sphincter, and external hemorrhoids occur below, outside the anal canal.
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• Definition
• Hemorrhoids Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Hemorrhoids Symptoms & Signs
• Hemorrhoids Prevention
• Hemorrhoids Diagnosis & Tests
• Hemorrhoids Treatment
• Hemorrhoids Prognosis
• Hemorrhoids Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
• Pictures & Images
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Tests & Exams
• Anoscopy
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Stool Guaiac Test
Surgery & Procedures
• Hemorrhoid Surgery
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• Bloody or Tarry Stools
• Fiber
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