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Are hemorrhoids dangerous? how are they removed? when to know to get it removed?

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In general no: But occasionally will loose so much blood constantly then could be dangerous due to loss of blood. Do not self diagnose first make sure they are, not a tumor. You have to get them removed for the above reason, long standing intractability all other measures failed, complete prolapse with severe pain and unable to reduce them

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 7/17/2013

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