Given that they’re a common symptom for pregnant women, those with bowel issues, and those who sit for long periods of time, most of us know what hemorrhoids are. What we might not know, however, is why they happen in the first place, how to treat them, and when to draw the line and head to the doctor. That’s why today we’re giving the complete rundown of common causes & treatments of hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids are unfortunately, part of life for many patients. Despite the fact that hemorrhoids are so common, many people aren’t aware that there are several different types of hemorrhoids. So, how can you tell the difference? Today we’ll walk you through the four common types of hemorrhoids and the symptoms associated with each one.
At least three of every four adults will experience hemorrhoids at one point or another in their life. If you have recently been diagnosed with hemorrhoids, you may not know that not all hemorrhoids are created equal. In fact, there are four different types of hemorrhoids, characterized by type, location, symptoms, or side effects. Below, we discuss the four types of hemorrhoids and how to distinguish between them.
