Sunday, April 30, 2006

What are hemorrhoids?

A precise definition of hemorrhoids does not exist, but they can be described as masses or clumps (“cushions”) of tissue within the anal canal that contain blood vessels and their surrounding, supporting tissue made up of muscle and elastic fibers. It is only when the hemorrhoidal cushions enlarge that hemroids can cause problems and be considered abnormal or a disease.

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