Concept information
Preferred term
hemorrhoids
Definition
- A hemorrhoid, also known collectively as emerods or piles, was first so described during the 16th century and the word is derived from the Greek for “the discharging of blood.” It is a swelling and inflammation of veins which can occur in the rectum or anal channel. Essentially, it can be formed by a distension of the vein network under the mucous membrane around the anal channel, or under the skin around the nearby external area. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Hemorrhoids]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/hemorrhoids
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