haemorrhoid
Inflamed anal vein
Haemorrhoid is the British spelling of hemorrhoid—a swollen vein in or around the anus that causes discomfort, itching, or bleeding.
Usually plural: The haemorrhoids were killing him.
Also called piles.
The condition is common but rarely discussed openly, making it a stock reference for uncomfortable ailments.
Blood loss from injury
- itchingIrritating skin sensation
- painBodily or emotional distress
- swellingAbnormal tissue enlargement
- discomfortMild physical or mental distress
burning · throbbing · prolapse · protrusion · lump · tenderness · irritation · soreness
Shallow therapeutic basin
- suppositoryInsertable solid medication
- sclerotherapyInjection to collapse vessels
- hemorrhoidectomyExcision of anal varicosities
- stool softenersDrugs easing hard evacuation
topical cream · fiber supplements · witch hazel · hydrocortisone · lidocaine · cryotherapy · laser treatment
Terminal intestinal chamber
- anusPosterior digestive opening
- anal canalTerminal digestive tract segment
- veinVessel toward heart
- blood vesselTube conveying circulation
tissue · mucosa · sphincter · pelvic floor · colon · bowel · perianal · internal
Difficult, infrequent waste elimination
- strainingExerting intense effort
- pregnancyCarrying developing offspring
- obesityExcess body fat condition
- sittingBeing in seated posture
lifting · dehydration · aging · sedentary lifestyle · chronic cough
Rectal and anal physician
- gastroenterologistDigestive organ physician
- anoscopyVisual exam of anus
- colonoscopyLarge intestine examination
- sigmoidoscopyLower intestine visual inspection
diagnosis · grading · banding · referral · proctoscopy
Plant-based digestive aid
- hydrationBodily fluid replenishment
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- proper postureCorrect body alignment
- squattingLow crouch position
weight management · psyllium · bran · vegetables · fruits · whole grains · bidet
bleeding
Blood loss from injury
discomfort · burning · throbbing · prolapse · protrusion · lump · tenderness · irritation · soreness · pruritus ani
sitz bath
Shallow therapeutic basin
- suppositoryInsertable solid medication
- sclerotherapyInjection to collapse vessels
- hemorrhoidectomyExcision of anal varicosities
topical cream · stool softeners · fiber supplements · witch hazel · hydrocortisone · lidocaine · cryotherapy · laser treatment
rectum
Terminal intestinal chamber
- anusPosterior digestive opening
- anal canalTerminal digestive tract segment
- veinVessel toward heart
blood vessel · tissue · mucosa · sphincter · pelvic floor · colon · bowel · perianal · internal · external
constipation
Difficult, infrequent waste elimination
- strainingExerting intense effort
- pregnancyCarrying developing offspring
- obesityExcess body fat condition
sitting · lifting · dehydration · aging · sedentary lifestyle · chronic cough
proctologist
Rectal and anal physician
- gastroenterologistDigestive organ physician
- anoscopyVisual exam of anus
- colonoscopyLarge intestine examination
sigmoidoscopy · diagnosis · grading · banding · referral · proctoscopy
fiber
Plant-based digestive aid
- hydrationBodily fluid replenishment
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- proper postureCorrect body alignment
squatting · weight management · psyllium · bran · vegetables · fruits · whole grains · bidet
- haemo- wordshaemoglobin, haemophilia, haemorrhage, haematology, haemodialysis