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List of causes of Hemorrhoids
Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Hemorrhoids) that could possibly cause Hemorrhoids includes:
- Pregnancy
- Constipation
- Chronic constipation
- Fecal straining
- Chronic diarrhea
- Liver disease
- Cirrhosis of the liver
- Heart disorders
- Congestive disorders
- Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease - hemorrhoids
- Portal hypertension
More causes: see full list of causes for Hemorrhoids
Causes of Hemorrhoids (Diseases Database):
The follow list shows some of the possible medical causes of Hemorrhoids that are listed by the Diseases Database:
Source: Diseases DatabaseHemorrhoids as a complication of other conditions:
Other conditions that might have Hemorrhoids as a complication may, potentially, be an underlying cause of Hemorrhoids. Our database lists the following as having Hemorrhoids as a complication of that condition:
Hemorrhoids as a symptom:
Conditions listing Hemorrhoids as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Hemorrhoids. Our database lists the following as having Hemorrhoids as a symptom of that condition:
Medications or substances causing Hemorrhoids:
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Hemorrhoids as a symptom.
This list is incomplete and various other drugs or substances
may cause your symptoms.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
- Aggrenox
- Lotronex
- Asacol rectal suspension
- Canasa rectal suspension
- Rowasa rectal suspension
- more drugs...»
See full list of 8 medications causing Hemorrhoids
Related information on causes of Hemorrhoids:
As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Hemorrhoids may be found in:
Causes of Hemorrhoids: Online Medical Books
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Hemorrhoids:
Differential Diagnosis
(In a Page: Signs and Symptoms)
-
External hemorrhoids
–Located below the pectinate line
–Typically painful -
Internal hemorrhoids
–Located above the pectinate line
–Typically not painful, unless thrombosis
occurs -
Pregnancy
–Up to 35% of pregnant females will develop hemorrhoids around the time of delivery, with most cases occurring after a vaginal delivery and/or a prolonged labor - Condylomata acuminatum (genital warts)
- Rectal prolapse
–External protrusion of the rectum
–Complete prolapse versus partial full thickness prolapse versus prolapse of mucosa only
–Partial rectal prolapse or mucosa-alone rectal prolapse is typically concentric, thus can be differentiated from internal prolapsing hemorrhoids that tend to have separation between cushions and inflammation
- Rectal polyp
- Rectal or anal cancer
- Hypertrophied anal papilla (polypoid structure at pectinate line)
-
External skin tag
–Redundant fold of tissue along the external anal margin - Perirectal abscess
- Anal fissure or fistula
-
Rectal varices
–Develop secondary to portal hypertension - Rectal cavernous hemangioma
Source: In a Page: Signs and Symptoms, 2004
Hemorrhoids:
Causes and incidence
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))
Hemorrhoids probably result from increased venous pressure in the hemorrhoidal plexus. Predisposing factors include occupations that require prolonged standing or sitting; straining due to constipation, diarrhea, coughing, sneezing, or vomiting; heart failure; hepatic disease, such as cirrhosis, amebic abscesses, or hepatitis; alcoholism; anorectal infections; loss of muscle tone due to old age, rectal surgery, or episiotomy; anal intercourse; and pregnancy.
Hemorrhoids are more common in whites, in persons of higher socioeconomic classes, and in persons who live in rural areas. However, actual incidence figures are unknown because many patients with hemorrhoids self-medicate.
Source: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), 2005
Hemorrhoids:
Causes
(Handbook of Diseases)
Hemorrhoids result from activities that increase intravenous pressure, resulting in distention and engorgement. Predisposing factors include prolonged sitting, straining at defecation, constipation, low-fiber diet, pregnancy, and obesity.
Other factors include hepatic disease, such as cirrhosis, amebic abscesses, or hepatitis; alcoholism; and anorectal infections.
Source: Handbook of Diseases, 2003
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