Patient's question:
I am 36 years old this year. Recently, I feel unwell. Sometimes during the day, I feel dizzy, and it has affected my work. I can't sleep at night, and the medicine I took doesn't seem to work well. Can infants and young children get hemorrhoids?Doctor's answer:
Generally, the mucous membrane of the rectal and anal area in infants and young children is elastic and does not easily descend. Additionally, due to good local blood circulation, it is less likely to lead to varicose veins and thus hemorrhoids. However, it is also common to see some infants and young children suffering from hemorrhoids in clinical practice. It is generally believed that this is often related to congenital anal relaxation or congenital downward displacement of the rectal mucosa.Children have weaker immune systems, making them more prone to conditions treated in pediatric general surgery. For parents, it is important not to panic and should promptly take their children to a top-tier hospital for examination and treatment. Additionally, regular check-ups should be conducted for the child, and medication should be administered under the guidance of a doctor.