hemorrhoids

Meanings

• Noun

  Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum or anus, often causing pain, itching, and bleeding.

  - "He was diagnosed with hemorrhoids after experiencing painful bowel movements."
  - "Despite the discomfort, she continued to work, ignoring her hemorrhoids."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hemorrhoids
borrowoids , plowoids

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Variants

List of all variants of hemorrhoids that leads to same result
hemorrhoid , hemorrhoids , piles

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Etymology

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From the Greek word hēmorrhōidēs, meaning 'afflicted with hemorrhoids'.

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Trivia

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1. Hemorrhoids are more common in adults, especially those over the age of 45.

2. Hemorrhoids can be internal or external, with internal hemorrhoids often being less painful but more difficult to detect.

3. Hemorrhoids can be treated with over-the-counter creams, suppositories, or surgical procedures.

4. The ancient Greeks believed that hemorrhoids were caused by sitting too long on cold stones.

5. Hemorrhoids are not a sexually transmitted disease.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anorectal diseases: A group of conditions affecting the anus and rectum, including hemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas.

2. Anal fissure: A tear in the anal canal, often caused by passing hard stools or constipation, which can also lead to hemorrhoids.

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Culture

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Hemorrhoids have been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In medieval Europe, they were often depicted as a punishment in hell, representing the suffering and pain associated with them. In modern times, they have been the subject of humor in popular culture, with various products and remedies marketed to alleviate their symptoms.

How to Memorize "hemorrhoids"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a swollen and inflamed vein in the anus or rectum.
   - Visualize the discomfort and pain associated with hemorrhoids.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hemorrhoids' with the discomfort and pain in the anus or rectum.
   - Think of the swelling and inflammation when you hear the word 'hemorrhoids'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym H-E-M-O-R-R-H-O-I-D-S: 'He'll Make Our Rectum Really Hurt Often, Inside and Down'.

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