what cause piles - #23020
I am really worried because I just found out I might have piles. I've had this discomfort in my lower abdomen for a while now, and I've been experiencing some bleeding during bowel movements, which super scared me!! I didn’t think much of it at first, but then it started to sting and itch a lot too. I finally decided to see a doctor. After some tests, my doc mentioned that it looks like I have piles. But what causes piles, really? I mean, I've heard so many different things, like it's from straining too hard or maybe even not eating fiber. I’ve tried to be healthy and drink water, but honestly, my diet hasn't been the best lately. Does being overweight also play a role in what cause piles? I've been anxious about this whole thing and would appreciate any info on what really causes piles because I've read conflicting stuff online. Like, is it hereditary or is it just my bad habits? I've seen people talking about age being a factor too, and it’s concerning since I don’t feel young at all these days. Anyway, any insights or advice would help a ton!
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