Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun plural (Med.) Livid and painful swellings formed by the dilation of the blood vessels around the margin of, or within, the anus, from which blood or mucus is occasionally discharged; piles; emerods.
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- noun Plural form of
hemorrhoid .
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Examples
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The term hemorrhoids refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed.
NetSquared, an initiative of TechSoupGlobal.org blogs Jeff9 2009
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The trolls will still be rejected because of brain hemorrhoids and mental constipation, compounded by uncontrollable written flatulence.
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These tumors or dilated blood vessels of the rectum are called hemorrhoids or piles.
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One way to stop the pressure that can lead to hemorrhoids is to guarantee softer stools.
EzineArticles 2010
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What most sufferers of hemorrhoids do not know is that Hemorrhoids occur because of a breakdown in the vessels, and the hemorrhoids are a symptom of this breakdown.
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During pregnancy, varicose veins called hemorrhoids can form in the vagina or around the anus.
unknown title 2009
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During pregnancy, varicose veins called hemorrhoids can form in the vagina or around the anus.
unknown title 2009
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During pregnancy, varicose veins called hemorrhoids can form in the vagina or around the anus.
unknown title 2009
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During pregnancy, varicose veins called hemorrhoids can form in the vagina or around the anus.
unknown title 2009
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During pregnancy, varicose veins called hemorrhoids can form in the vagina or around the anus.
unknown title 2009
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