Hemorrhoids or piles are the swollen veins surrounding the anus. These veins can be under the skin around the anus or inside the rectum, which is the section of the large intestine leading to the anus ...

Hemorrhoids are normal vascular cushions that help with continence but become problematic when swollen or prolapsed. Internal hemorrhoids are graded I–IV based on how much they protrude from the anus.

When we’re stuck on the toilet and feeling frustrated by not being able to go, it can be tempting to strain, push and force a bowel movement. However, this can lead to health complications. For ...

As your hemorrhoids heal, it can be challenging to sleep. However, there are steps you can take to help alleviate the symptoms that can keep you up at night, all while supporting the healing process.

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 ...

There are several types of piles: internal hemorrhoids (bloody piles) and external hemorrhoids (hard piles). Some people develop warts on large piles, also known as warty piles. People often avoid ...

DOOM piles can signal a mental health issue — but they’re not always a sign of depression. (Getty Creative) Do you find yourself tossing your just-worn sweatshirt onto a growing heap of clothes? Or ...

Q: I’ve got hemorrhoids. What are they exactly? How can I avoid getting them again? A: Everyone has hemorrhoids. They are a normal part of our bodies: Hemorrhoids are simply cushions of veins along ...

A recent study published in PLOS ONE reveals a potential link between smartphone use on the toilet and an increased risk of hemorrhoids. Researchers found that individuals who use their phones while ...

To rake or not to rake? The debate about what to do with those leaves building up on your lawn erupts anew each fall, with lawncare enthusiasts and environmentalists alike weighing in on the pros and ...

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - The Green Bay coal pile site has about two years’ worth of inventory stored on it and while the coal piles won’t be moved physically, the inventory will just deplete. Some ...