Level 2 1: What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids refers to a disease caused by the expansion of the venous plexus around the anus, which usually presents with symptoms such as lumps, prolapse, and bleeding around the anus. Pregnant women are prone to constipation and increased intrarectal pressure due to changes in the body\’s endocrine and blood circulation, which can lead to the expansion of the venous plexus around the anus and the formation of hemorrhoids. Level 2: The dangers of hemorrhoids in pregnant women. Long-term hemorrhoids in pregnant women can lead to problems such as poor bowel movements, difficulty in defecation, damage to the rectal mucosa, and even symptoms.