Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are enlarged veins in your rectum and anus. For some, they don't cause symptoms. But for others, they can lead to itching, burning, bleeding, and discomfort, especially when sitting down.

Is it normal for my piles to bleed?

Symptoms of piles

Piles don't always cause pain or other symptoms, but if you do have symptoms, they might include: bleeding when you poo – you may see blood (usually bright red) on toilet paper or drips in the toilet or on the surface of your poo. a lump in or around your anus.

Is bleeding piles cancerous?

No. Hemorrhoids do not lead to cancer. However, the primary indication to many people that they may be suffering from hemorrhoids is blood in the stool, on the toilet paper, or in the toilet bowl after a bowel movement.