Posts by Chris Sjolind

[ez-toc] Hemorrhoids and irregular periods are two separate health conditions with distinct causes. Hemorrhoids, typically caused by strain during bowel movements or pressure on the veins in the...

[ez-toc] Hemorrhoids themselves are not typically a direct cause of fecal incontinence. However, they can contribute to symptoms that may indirectly lead to incontinence. For instance, larger...

[ez-toc] Yes, hemorrhoids can indeed cause intense pain. This typically occurs when the hemorrhoids become inflamed, causing discomfort, itching, and pain around the anal region. If a hemorrhoid...

[ez-toc] Imodium (loperamide) is a medication primarily used to control diarrhea. One of its side effects can be constipation, as it slows down the movement of the gut. Constipation can lead to...

[ez-toc] Hemorrhoids themselves do not directly cause impaction. Impaction refers to a condition where a hard mass of stool becomes stuck in the rectum or colon. Hemorrhoids, however, can...