Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids, also called as piles, they are swollen veins in the lower part of the anus and rectum. The walls of these vessels are stretched; they turn out to be irritated. Hemorrhoids can grow inside the rectum (internal hemorrhoids) or under the skin around the anus (external hemorrhoids).

Internal hemorrhoids

Internal hemorrhoids lie inside the rectum. You commonly can't see or feel them, and they rarely cause discomfort. But straining or irritation when passing stool can cause painless bleeding during bowel movements. You might see small amounts of bright red blood on your toilet tissue or in the toilet. A hemorrhoid to push through the anal opening (prolapsed or protruding hemorrhoid), resulting in pain and irritation.

External hemorrhoids

These are under the skin around your anus. Signs and symptoms might include Itching or irritation in your anal region, Pain or discomfort, Swelling around your anus, Bleeding.