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Hemorrhoids, emerods, or piles are varicosities or swelling and inflammation of the veins in the rectum and anus. Treatments for hemorrhoids vary in cost, risk, and effectiveness. Different cultures and individuals approach treatment differently. For many people, hemorrhoids are mild and temporary conditions that heal spontaneously by the same measures recommended for prevention. There are no medicine that can cure hemorrhoids, but local treatments such as warm sitz baths, using a bidet, utilizing extendable showerhead, applying cold compress, or taking topical analgesic (such as Nupercainal), can provide temporary relief. …read more from Wikipedia

Top Resources on Hemorrhoid Treatments

• MedicineNet: How are Hemorrhoids Treated?
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