Signs of external hemorrhoids include: Itchy anus. Hard lumps near your anus that feel sore or tender. Pain or ache in your anus, especially when you sit. Rectal bleeding. Prolapsed hemorrhoids can be painful and uncomfortable. You may be able to feel them bulging outside of your anus and gently push them back inside.

Hemorrhoids are classified under four grades depending on the level of severity. The Grade 1: hemorrhoids are least painful and remains inside the anus. These could be treated most easily out of all others. Grade 2: hemorrhoids are larger ones which could even come outside during passing stool but use to get inside own its own. Grade 3: hemorrhoid comes out of anus during passing stool or any physical exercise but doesn't go inside on its own. Grade 4: hemorrhoids are the ones which remains outside the anus and generally cause irritation, pain and bleeding. Thus the severity of a hemorrhoid is judged on the basis of its grade category.

Another source suggests that pain, bleeding, and fecal impaction are possible side effects of hemorrhoid treatment. It is important to note that you should always talk to your healthcare provider before

The most common symptoms associated with inflamed hemorrhoids include: It is important to remember that rectal bleeding or blood in the stool is never normal and, while it may come from a relatively benign cause like hemorrhoids, more serious causes can be life-threatening.