Hemorrhoids are vascular cushions at the exit of the rectum, just before the anus. These do not cause any symptoms in healthy people.
Around four out of 100 adults in Germany seek medical treatment for enlarged hemorrhoids every year. In advanced stages, surgery is often the only option. If you have mild symptoms, you can try to get them under control with home remedies. However, if the problems do not go away within a few days, you should make an appointment with a doctor.