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Does walking make hemorrhoids worse?
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Not really: Walking does not cause "hemorrhoids", but if you do have hemorrhoid prolapse (or a variety of other anal problems) walking may worsen your symptoms. Treatment of the underlying problem should eliminate the problem with walking.
Answered 12/28/2018
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No: Exercise such as walking helps to avoid constipation which by avoiding can prevent hemorrhoid flareups. For that matter prolonged sitting also does not directly cause hemorrhoids unless the sitting is on a toilet seat or an inflatable donut, both no no's.
Answered 7/7/2018
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