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Piles in Pregnancy - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond) on Sep 08, 2016


Glossary

Hemorrhoids: These are swollen and inflamed veins in the anus and lower rectum.

Laxative: It is a food or medication which when consumed induces bowel movements or loosens the stool.


Fiber: It is a part of a healthy balanced diet helps to prevent diabetes, weight gain and some cancers. It also improves the digestive health.

Bowel Movement: It is an act of defecation.

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