Bright red blood on toilet paper, in the toilet bowl, or on stool
Itching, irritation, or soreness around the anus
A lump, swelling, or tender bump near the anus
Pain or discomfort during bowel movements
A feeling of incomplete emptying after a bowel movement
Mucus discharge from the anus
Symptoms that worsen with straining, constipation, or sitting for long periods
Symptoms that improve when bowel habits change or swelling goes down
Internal hemorrhoids may cause bleeding without much pain
External hemorrhoids may cause pain, swelling, and a palpable lump
Seek medical evaluation if bleeding is heavy, recurrent, or unexplained
Seek medical evaluation if there is severe pain, black stools, fever, or weight loss