Which of the following patients would be more likely to develop hemorrhoids?
A) A 45-year-old teacher
B) A pregnant woman at 38 weeks' gestation
C) A 37-year-old construction worker
D) A 12-year-old student
Ans: B
Feedback: Hemorrhoids commonly affect 50% of patients after age 50. Pregnancy may initiate hemorrhoids or aggravate existing ones. This is due to increased constipation during pregnancy.
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