Hemorrhoids are the most common anal disorder. In fact, roughly half the population experiences hemorrhoids by age 50. Fortunately, this uncomfortable condition can be easily avoided and effectively ...

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Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My 30-year-old and otherwise healthy grandson has been suffering from and treating hemorrhoids for two years. He is anemic due to his loss of blood. He’s had several bandings; they ...

A prolapsed hemorrhoid can be painful, but it’s usually treatable. Treatment is easier and less painful if the hemorrhoid hasn’t had a chance to enlarge. When a vein in your anus or lower rectum ...

Joyce Episcopo developed hemorrhoids after having a baby. "I had pain, I had throbbing, discomfort, I didn't want to eat at times because I knew that would complicate the problem at times." But she ...

My 30-year-old and otherwise healthy grandson has been suffering from and treating hemorrhoids for two years. He is anemic due to his loss of blood. He’s had several bandings; they couldn’t complete ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My 30-year-old and otherwise healthy grandson has been suffering from and treating hemorrhoids for two years. He is anemic due to his loss of blood. He’s had several bandings; they ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach: My 30-year-old and otherwise healthy grandson has been suffering from and treating hemorrhoids for two years. He ...