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Can you have more than one hemorrhoid at a time?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Yes: Everyone has 3 internal hemorrhoids and numerous external hemorrhoidal veins. Any combination can involve either/or both internal and external hemorrhoids. Please get it checked by a specialist if you have concerns.

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/18/2012

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A member asked:

Can you have more than one hemorrhoid at a time?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

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