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Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus, and they can be internal or external. Internal hemorrhoids are located inside the rectum and are not usually visible. They can become problematic when they become inflamed or thrombosed.
Inflammation of an internal hemorrhoid can indeed cause swelling, which is a common symptom. This swelling cread more >>

When an internal hemorrhoid becomes inflamed, it can cause swelling. ... Internal hemorrhoids can also thrombose (clot) leading to severe pain. The inflamed hemorrhoid can leak mucus that can cause inflammation of the skin surrounding the anus causing burning and itching, known as pruritis ani.read more >>