Have I got haemorrhoids?

Symptoms Checklist

• Have you noticed any blood on the toilet paper after you've passed a stool?

• Is passing a stool uncomfortable or painful?

• Is the area around your anus itchy or sore?

• Do you feel as though something is moving down your anus?

• Are there any bulges or lumps around the outside of your anus?

If you have answered yes to more than one of the above you might be suffering from piles. For any help and advice you can consult your doctor or pharmacist.