Why are hemorrhoids common during pregnancy?

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Why are hemorrhoids common during pregnancy?

Hemorrhoids are very common during pregnancy. In this video, obstetrician and gynecologist Evelyn Minaya, M.D. explains why—as well as what hemorrhoids really are: The answer may surprise you.

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