Today, Kalei Martin shares her journey online to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, particularly in younger adults ...

If you’ve never had a hemorrhoid, consider yourself lucky—and don’t be surprised if your luck runs out at some point. About 40% of adults get these swollen blood vessels in or around their rectum, and ...

A woman in her 40s was diagnosed with stage 3b colorectal cancer seven months after giving birth. She initially mistook the ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Any suggestions for hemorrhoids? — D.K. ANSWER: Hemorrhoids are normal veins located in the lower rectum. They are only a problem when they get dilated. Internal hemorrhoidal veins ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." If you’re experiencing painful hemorrhoid symptoms, you’re likely wondering how to get rid of ...

Hemorrhoids are good for you. They are cushions at the anal opening (where poop comes out). Hemorrhoids help regulate bowel control. When they become enlarged or engorged, much like healthy veins ...

Hemorrhoids, though incredibly common, remain a topic many people hesitate to discuss openly despite affecting nearly half of all adults by age 50. This uncomfortable condition involves swollen veins ...

Bringing your smartphone to the toilet is a common practice, often done without thinking. Recent medical observations point to an association of this practice with certain ...