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Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids (piles) are swollen veins that sometimes protrude from the anus. Read these tips to find relief from uncomfortable symptoms.

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Definition

Hemorrhoids (piles) are swollen veins that sometimes protrude from the anus. Read these tips to find relief from uncomfortable symptoms.

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Canonical title
Hemorrhoids
Alphabetical key
H
Category
Educational Resource
Content type
Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations
Piles
Article status
Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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