- Internal (inside) hemorrhoids develop inside the anus. They
are painless and sometimes bleed a lot during bowel movements.
They may also protrude during bowel movements. If they protrude
from the anal opening and cannot be pushed back, they can cause
severe pain. - External (outside) hemorrhoids develop under the
skin around the anus and can easily be felt or seen as a lump.
They bleed when broken by straining, rubbing, or scratching.
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that may appear: - On the stool - On the toilet paper - In the
toilet bowl - Anal itching and burning - Swelling and pain
during bowel movements - Sensitive lumps of various sizes around
the anus - Sitz baths—sitting in plain, warm water 2-3 times a
day for about 10 minutes each time - Ice packs—putting cold
packs on the anus for short durations to relieve pain and
swelling - Medication—applying hemorrhoidal creams or
suppositories to the affected area - High-fiber diet—Eating more
fresh fruit, raw, or cooked veg