Piles: The Basics

Itchy, sore, pains in the bum, piles can really get in the way of your day.

Piles (or ‘haemorrhoids’) are the result of increased pressure on the blood vessels in your bottom – causing either internal piles, the most common form, tucked up and away. Or external piles, which protrude from your back passage.

Although it’s easy to feel embarrassed, piles are much more common than you think! One in two people in the UK can experience them at some point – so, there’s no need to suffer in silence.

With an effective treatment in place, you can get back to doing everything you enjoy. So, take a look around, find the information you need, and let’s get things sorted!

What Causes Piles?

There are plenty of confusing myths about piles… Here’s what really causes them.

Causes

Not Sure It’s Piles?

Check if your symptoms match the ones on our key symptoms list. And, if you’re still in any doubt, talk to your doctor.

Symptoms

Finding Relief

Creams, ointments or suppositories, with or without hydrocortisone. As well as soothing & cleansing wipes, whichever you need, or prefer, we have a treatment for you.

Treatment

Preventing Piles

Although you can’t guarantee that piles won’t return, you can take these healthy lifestyle steps to make a big difference.

Prevention

Where to buy?

Anusol™ is available at most supermarkets and pharmacies. Find out where your local shop is, or buy online.

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Our range

The Anusol™ range includes creams, ointments, suppositories, and even wipes – everything you’ll need for effective relief.

Our Range

Get in Touch

If you’d like to get in touch about one of our products, you can talk to us directly.

Anusol™ is the UK’s #1 Piles Treatment*

*Based on Nielsen UK unit sales ata ll retailers 09.10.2021. Read the facts here (Excel, 100kb)

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Anusol™ is formulated for the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles). The Anusol™ range includes Anusol™ Cream, Anusol™ Suppositories, Anusol™ Ointment, Anusol™ Plus-HC Suppositories, Anusol™ Plus-HC Ointment, Anusol™ Soothing Relief Suppositories and Anusol™ Soothing Relief Ointment, Anusol™ Soothing & Cleansing wipes and Anusol™ Soothing & Cleansing wipes Convenient Carry Pack.

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Last updated on: 14th January 2021