Can cycling cause piles?
I've started cycling regularly for fitness, doing about 15-20 km daily. Lately, I've noticed some discomfort and a bit of bleeding, which I suspect might be piles. I'm wondering if prolonged cycling can actually cause piles.
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5 months ago
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I recently bought a bicycle to stay fit but I've been feeling some discomfort lately. Is it really true that the pressure can cause piles, or is it just because of my sitting posture? Should I stop cycling for a few days?
5 months ago
No, cycling doesn't directly cause piles. However, if you already have them, sitting on a hard bike seat for long hours can definitely aggravate the friction and pain. Get a good padded seat cover and avoid riding during flare-ups.
5 months ago
I tried cycling at 5 AM to fix my terrible routine and ended up with a sore bottom instead. Piles happen from sitting on the toilet for too long scrolling reels, not from cycling. Just buy a comfortable gel seat, trust me.
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5 months ago
Honestly, the real culprit behind piles is usually constipation from eating too much spicy junk food, not your cycle! I cycle 20km every weekend so I can eat my favorite chole bhature guilt-free, just make sure to drink loads of water.
4 months ago
If you are feeling pain, try having a glass of warm milk with a spoon of ghee at night to keep your digestion smooth. But if there is any bleeding or severe swelling, please don't rely on home remedies. Go see a doctor immediately.