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Internal piles – inside the rectum, usually painless but may cause bleeding. External piles – under the skin around the anus, can cause pain, swelling, and irritation. Medical treatment Prescription ointments or medications Minimally invasive procedures (rubber band ligation, sclerotherapy, infrared coagulation) Surgery (hemorrhoidectomy, stapled hemorrhoidopexy) in severe cases 👉 Piles are usually not dangerous, but if you notice severe pain, heavy bleeding, or persistent symptoms, you should consult a doctor.