Hemorrhoids Epidemiology

Hemorrhoids Insights and Trends

• Hemorrhoids, commonly known as piles, are enlarged and swollen veins located in the anus and lower rectum, similar to varicose veins. Those that form inside the rectum are referred to as internal hemorrhoids, while those developing beneath the skin surrounding the anus are known as external hemorrhoids.
• Factors such as constipation, straining during bowel movements, and prolonged sitting on the toilet can impair blood flow, causing veins to swell and enlarge. This is also why hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy, as the growing uterus puts pressure on nearby veins. Increased anal canal muscle tension, along with age-related weakening of supporting tissues, can further lead to bulging and prolapse of hemorrhoids.
• Hemorrhoids are very common, especially in older people. About 1 in every 20 people in the United States has them. They affect over half of people over 50.
• In the United States, hemorrhoids affect nearly 5% of the population, with approximately 10 million patients annually reporting symptoms.

Hemorrhoids Epidemiology Forecast in the 7MM

• 2025 Prevalent Cases of Hemorrhoids: ~XX
• 2036 Projected Prevalent Cases of Hemorrhoids: ~XX
• Hemorrhoids Growth Rate (2026–2036): ~XX% CAGR

DelveInsight's "Hemorrhoids - Epidemiology Forecast to 2036" report delivers an in-depth understanding of the disease, historical and forecasted Hemorrhoids epidemiology in the 7MM, i.e., the United States, EU5 (Germany, Spain, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom), and Japan.

Hemorrhoids Overview and Diagnosis

Hemorrhoids are a common anorectal condition characterized by the enlargement and inflammation of vascular cushions in the lower rectum and anus. They are classified as internal hemorrhoids, which develop inside the rectum, and external hemorrhoids, which form beneath the skin around the anus. Common symptoms include rectal bleeding, pain, itching, swelling, discomfort, and prolapse. Hemorrhoids are associated with factors such as chronic constipation, prolonged straining during bowel movements, obesity, pregnancy, aging, and sedentary lifestyles. Disease severity can range from mild, self-limiting symptoms to recurrent or severe cases requiring procedural or surgical intervention.

Diagnosis of hemorrhoids is primarily based on clinical evaluation, including medical history and physical examination. Visual inspection, digital rectal examination, and anoscopy are commonly used to confirm the diagnosis and assess disease severity. Additional procedures such as sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy may be performed to exclude other causes of rectal bleeding, particularly in older patients or those with atypical symptoms. Early diagnosis and appropriate assessment help guide treatment decisions and improve symptom management.

Hemorrhoids Epidemiology

Key Findings from Hemorrhoids Epidemiological Analysis and Forecast

• Estimates suggest that around half of Americans develop hemorrhoids by the time they are aged 50, and only a small proportion of those people seek therapy.
• The number of people in the US suffering from hemorrhoids is estimated to be around 10.4 million, and 1 million new cases occur each year. 10-20% of those new cases require surgery.
• In the United States, up to one-third of the 10 million people with hemorrhoids seek medical treatment, resulting in 1.5 million related prescriptions per year.
• External hemorrhoids occur more commonly in young and middle-aged adults than in older adults. The prevalence of hemorrhoids increases with age, with a peak in persons aged 45-65 years.
• There is no known sex predilection, although men are more likely to seek treatment. However, pregnancy causes physiologic changes that predispose women to developing symptomatic hemorrhoids.

Scope of the Report

• The report covers a segment of a descriptive overview of Hemorrhoids, explaining their causes, signs and symptoms, and pathogenesis.
• Comprehensive insight has been provided into the epidemiology segments and forecasts, the future growth potential of the diagnosis rate, and disease progression.

Report Insights

Hemorrhoids Patient Population Forecast

Report Key Strengths

• Epidemiology‑based (Epi‑based) Bottom‑up Forecasting
• 11-year Forecast
• Patient Burden Trends (by geography)

FAQs

• What are the disease risks, burdens, and unmet needs of hemorrhoids? What will be the growth opportunities across the 7MM concerning the patient population with hemorrhoids?
• What is the historical and forecasted hemorrhoids patient pool in the US, EU4 (Germany, France, Italy, and Spain), the UK, and Japan?

Reasons to Buy

• Insights on patient burden/disease prevalence, evolution in diagnosis, and factors contributing to the change in the epidemiology of the disease during the forecast years.
• To understand key opinion leaders’ perspectives on the diagnostic challenges to overcome barriers in the future.
• Detailed insights into various factors hampering disease diagnosis and other existing diagnostic challenges.