Prolonged sitting can lead to hemorrhoids. Repeated straining during a bowel movement can also be a cause. Other causes are pregnancy, obesity and not getting enough fiber.

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 ...

TUESDAY, Dec. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Hemorrhoids are one of the most common — and least discussed — medical problems in adults. They can cause itching, pain, bleeding and anxiety, but they’re ...

Hemorrhoidal artery embolization provides effective relief without the long, painful recovery associated with ...

These simple strategies bring relief—and prevent future flare-ups By Janet Lee They itch. They burn. They can even bleed. If you struggle with constipation or you’ve been pregnant, you may have ...

Have you ever been in the middle of getting a manicure when your nose starts to itch? Not scratching it can feel like torture. But when your rear is feeling itchy from hemorrhoids, stopping in your ...

Hemorrhoids can be itchy and sore and make it difficult for you to have a bowel movement. You might notice blood in your stool or on toilet paper if these swollen veins bleed when you strain during a ...