Piles during pregnancy can be caused by increased pressure in the pelvic area due to the growing baby, constipation, weight gain, family history, or straining during bowel movements.
Though they may appear to be two distinct, haemorrhoids and varicose veins are surprisingly similar. And many women, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, find both to be uncomfortable.
Piles is a condition where there are collections of inflamed tissues in the anal area. Piles is otherwise known as haemorrhoids. The tissue collection normally contains blood vessels, support tissue, muscle, and elastic fibres. Piles is being a common occurrence during pregnancy. 25% to 35% of pregnant women develop piles during their third trimester.