Pregnancy and piles (haemorrhoids)

• Overview
   
• Causes
   
• Symptoms
   
• Treatment
   
• Prevention
   

Signs and symptoms of piles

The most common symptoms of piles are:

• Pain and soreness around the anus, particularly when going to the toilet.
• Itching and irritation around the anus.
• Small blood deposits on tissue paper after going to the toilet.
• A bulging or dragging sensation inside the anus.
• Occasional mucous discharge.

If you are suffering from any of the symptoms above, the likelihood is that you've got piles.