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What are piles , the signs , effects and treatment ?

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They are hemmoroids: Which can be painful, itchy and bleed. They can be treated with change in diet such as adding more ruffage like fruits and vegetables and drinking plenty of water. Stool softeners can be added and if still an issue there are surgical options.

Answered 12/23/2014

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Dr. Mona Shah answered

Hemorrhoid: Piles are also called Hemorrhoids . Usually happens due to chronic constipation . It can cause bleeding after BM , itching in rectal area Treatment is cortisone cream rectally

Answered 1/7/2015

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