K64.0: First degree haemorrhoids

First degree haemorrhoids, also known as piles, is a condition that affects the veins around the lower rectum or the anus. In this primary stage, the hemorrhoids remain inside the lining of the anus and are not visible or palpable. However, they can cause discomfort or bleeding during bowel movements. The ailment is typically characterized by symptoms such as painless rectal bleeding, rectal itching, and discomfort in the anal region. The risk of developing haemorrhoids increases due to factors like chronic constipation, chronic diarrhea, aging, pregnancy, and low-fiber diets. The progression of the disease can result in more severe stages of haemorrhoids wherein the rectal veins protrude from the anus. The complications of untreated first-degree haemorrhoids may include anemia due to prolonged blood loss or rectal prolapse, where a section of the rectum may push out through the anus.