What are Piles?
Piles, also known as Haemorrhoids, are swollen blood vessels present in your anus and lower rectum. We all have haemorrhoids but when they become too big or inflamed, then problem arises. Piles can be of various sizes. They can occur internally as well as externally. Internal piles are 2-4 cm above the opening of anus and external piles are present on the outside edge of anus.
What causes Piles?
The veins in the anal region tend to stretch under extreme pressure and swell, resulting in piles. This increased pressure can occur in lower rectum due to many reasons:
What are the symptoms of Piles?
The most common signs and symptoms of piles are:
How can Piles be treated?