K64: Haemorrhoids and perianal venous thrombosis
K64.1: Second degree haemorrhoids
Second-degree hemorrhoids, also known as Stage II hemorrhoids, are a type of hemorrhoids that have begun to prolapse (slip downwards) from their original position, but retract back into the anal canal on their own after a bowel movement. This primarily occurs due to strain during bowel movements or prolonged sitting, which puts pressure on the veins around the anus causing them to swell. Common symptoms can include bleeding during bowel movements, discomfort, itching, and a sense of fullness or a lump around the anus. Over time, this condition may cause increased discomfort and may impact the quality of life due to the discomfort and bleeding. The severity of bleeding, pain, and prolapse will usually increase as the condition progresses. The digestive system, particularly the anal and rectal regions, are the systems most affected by second-degree hemorrhoids.
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