Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swollen or inflamed veins in your rectum or anus. They develop from increased pressure ...

External hemorrhoids develop under the skin around the anus, causing swelling, pain, itching, and discomfort. In some cases, ...

An external hemorrhoid affects the veins of the skin outside the anus. The hemorrhoid contains one or more blood clots (thrombus) that are usually very painful and swollen. The surgical treatment to ...