Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways Hemorrhoids itch because inflammation causes histamine release, ...

Have you ever been in the middle of getting a manicure when your nose starts to itch? Not scratching it can feel like torture. But when your rear is feeling itchy from hemorrhoids, stopping in your ...

The idea of experiencing burning, itching or sharp pain while sitting at work, straining on the toilet or trying to relax at home can be both embarrassing and exhausting. For those who develop ...

These simple strategies bring relief—and prevent future flare-upsBy Janet LeeThey itch. They burn. They can even bleed. If ...

If you’ve ever had a hemorrhoid flare-up, you know that it can be hard to think of anything other than the intense discomfort that comes with it. One of the most common symptoms of hemorrhoids, along ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Like many bathroom-related health problems, hemorrhoids are both uncomfortable to experience and ...

Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

Next time nature calls, some doctors suggest ditching the smartphone or tablet. Dr. Alok Kanojia, known as Dr. K on social media, said on a September episode of the podcast “On Purpose with Jay Shetty ...

Chronic hemorrhoids, or piles, may cause iron deficiency anemia due to persistent blood loss. Symptoms may develop in severe cases of anemia. They can include tiredness, shortness of breath, and more.

There’s nothing like shutting the bathroom door, maybe even locking it and hiding away from one’s family, even just for a few minutes. The toilet has long been a sanctuary to catch up on some light ...