A.Facts: In Russia, suppositories cut from fresh potatoes were used for relief of haemorrhoids. Clinophobia is a fear of beds. A human brain is 80% water.
A.Haemorrhoids is the correct medical name for piles. They are areas in the anal canal where tissue containing many blood vessels becomes swollen.
Q.My bum's bleeding - why? What should I do?
A.Anal bleeding can occur for many reasons, including anal tears, haemorrhoids, food poisoning and bowel cancer. See your GP or call NHS Direct: 08454647.
Q.What is a suppository?
A.A suppository is a drug delivery system that actually dissolves in the rectum, vagina or urethra. Anal suppositories are commonly used after operations.