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WHAT CAUSES HEMORRHOIDS TO BECOME A PROBLEM?There is no single cause of hemorrhoids. Most often though, they are caused by too much pressure on the anal canal. This can be due to: |
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| Chronic (ongoing) constipation | |
| Straining during bowel movements | |
| Diarrhea | |
| Pregnancy and childbirth | |
| Sitting too long on the toilet | |
| Strenuous exercise or heavy lifting | |
| Aging | |
| Fissures | |
A fissure is a small tear or crack in the lining of the anus. It can be caused by hard bowel movements, diarrhea, or inflammation in the rectal area. Fissures can bleed and cause painful bowel movements. It is quite common to find hemorrhoids present along with fissures. |
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