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gutCARE is a gastroenterology group practice, founded with the aim of providing Singapore with a specialized digestive group practice. gutCARE brings together established gastroenterologists in each subspecialty in a single team, with an aim to provide specialized digestive care under one roof.

This article first appeared in gutCARE Blog. Haemorrhoids, also called piles, happen when blood vessels around the lower rectum and anus become swollen or irritated. It’s believed that nearly three out of 4 adults have experienced haemorrhoids at some point and that by age 50, more than half of everyone will have dealt with this condition. Piles often go away on their own without treatment. However, they can cause mild-to-severe pain and discomfort as they run their course, sometimes lasting for a week or two. Luckily, there are many treatment options available to help you deal with the symptoms until…

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