The condition in which distended veins in the rectum or anus become irritated is ____. 

A. hemorrhoids
B. diverticulitis
C. gastritis
D. hiatal hernia
E. colitis


A. hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are varicose veins of the rectum or anus.

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a True b False

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