What are Haemorrhoids? Haemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the anus or lower rectum. They often go unnoticed and usually clear up after a few days, but can cause long lasting discomfort, bleeding and be excruciatingly painful. Haemorrhoids (also called piles) can be divided into two kinds, internal and external. Internal haemorrhoids lie inside the anus … Continue reading Haemorrhoids