Causes of Hemorrhoids

Underlying condition causes of Hemorrhoids: The list of possible underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Hemorrhoids) mentioned in various sources as possible causes of Hemorrhoids includes:

• Pregnancy
• Constipation
• Chronic constipation (type of Constipation)
• Fecal straining
• Chronic diarrhea (type of Diarrhea)
• Liver disease
• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Heart disorders
• Congestive disorders

Hemorrhoids as a complication: Other conditions that might have Hemorrhoids as a complication might be potential underlying causes of Hemorrhoids. The list of conditions listing Hemorrhoids as a complication in our database includes:

• Constipation
• Pregnancy

Hemorrhoids as a symptom: Conditions listing Hemorrhoids as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Hemorrhoids. The list of conditions listing Hemorrhoids as a symptom in our database includes:

• Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease

Related information for causes of Hemorrhoids: Further relevant information on causes of Hemorrhoids may be found in the risk factors for Hemorrhoids and underlying causes of Hemorrhoids.
Last revision: May 28, 2003

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