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Learn about the medicines used to treat or manage this condition – preparations, benefits and side-effects are all covered. The information is provided through a collaboration between NHS Choices, the...
View Articlesymptoms of haemorrhoids
Most cases of haemorrhoids (piles) are mild and the symptoms often disappear naturally after a few days. Some people may not even realise they have haemorrhoids as they do not experience symptoms....
View Articlecauses of haemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids (piles) are usually caused by excess pressure on blood vessels in and around the anus. If you are constipated and strain while trying to pass stools, it can put pressure on blood vessels...
View Articlediagnosis of haemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids (piles) can be easily diagnosed by your GP. They will examine your back passage to check for swollen blood vessels. It is important to tell your GP: if you have recently lost a lot of...
View Articlesurgery of haemorrhoids
Surgery may be recommended if other haemorrhoid (piles) treatments have not been successful. There are a number of different surgical procedures for piles. Haemorrhoidectomy A haemorrhoidectomy is an...
View Articleprevention of haemorrhoids
It is not always possible to prevent getting haemorrhoids (piles), but a high-fibre diet will keep your stools soft and reduce your risk of becoming constipated. This will help you avoid straining to...
View Articlewhat-happens-page of haemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids (piles) often settle down after a few days without treatment. However, there are a number of treatments that can help reduce any itching and discomfort. Making simple lifestyle changes...
View Articlewhat-is-it-page of haemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swellings that contain enlarged and swollen blood vessels in or around the rectum and anus. In most cases, haemorrhoids are mild and some people do not...
View ArticleMedicines information
Learn about the medicines used to treat or manage this condition – preparations, benefits and side-effects are all covered. The information is provided through a collaboration between NHS Choices, the...
View ArticleSymptoms of piles (haemorrhoids)
Most cases of haemorrhoids (piles) are mild and the symptoms often disappear naturally after a few days. Some people may not even realise they have haemorrhoids as they do not experience symptoms....
View ArticleCauses of piles (haemorrhoids)
Haemorrhoids (piles) are usually caused by excess pressure on blood vessels in and around the anus. If you are constipated and strain while trying to pass stools, it can put pressure on blood vessels...
View ArticleDiagnosing piles (haemorrhoids)
Haemorrhoids (piles) can be easily diagnosed by your GP. They will examine your back passage to check for swollen blood vessels. It is important to tell your GP: if you have recently lost a lot of...
View ArticleSurgery for piles (haemorrhoids)
Surgery may be recommended if other haemorrhoid (piles) treatments have not been successful. There are a number of different surgical procedures for piles. Haemorrhoidectomy A haemorrhoidectomy is an...
View ArticlePreventing piles (haemorrhoids)
It is not always possible to prevent getting haemorrhoids (piles), but a high-fibre diet will keep your stools soft and reduce your risk of becoming constipated. This will help you avoid straining to...
View ArticleTreating piles (haemorrhoids)
Haemorrhoids (piles) often settle down after a few days without treatment. However, there are a number of treatments that can help reduce any itching and discomfort. Making simple lifestyle changes...
View ArticleIntroduction of piles (haemorrhoids)
Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swellings that contain enlarged and swollen blood vessels in or around the rectum and anus. In most cases, haemorrhoids are mild and some people do not...
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