Pregnancy and piles (haemorrhoids)
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Piles are extremely common during pregnancy. In fact, for many women, pregnancy and childbirth is when they develop piles for the first time. Around one in three women will get piles during pregnancy so if you are suffering, you're not alone.
Piles (haemorrhoids)
Piles, also known as haemorrhoids, are swollen blood vessels in and around the anus that stretch and become swollen under pressure. In their mild form they remain inside the anus causing discomfort. External piles appear as dark red swellings around the anus, which can be extremely painful.
