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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Younes M.B.B.CH [2]

Overview

Common risk factors in the development of hemorrhoids are excessive straining, sitting or standing for long periods of time, pregnancy, and Chronic constipation.

Risk Factors

Risk factors of hemorrhoids include:

• Straining to move stool, or other poor bowel habits such as sitting for long periods
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Pregnancy
• Aging
• Chronic constipation or diarrhea
• Anal intercourse
• Obesity
• High-fat, low-fiber diet.