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In very severe cases it is a good plan to bathe the belly 

 in warm water, wipe dry and rub it with the white liniment. 



Pay strict attention to the diet. See Section 1 of this 

 Chapter. 



7. Piles. 



Causes. — The usual cause of piles is constipation or the 

 opposite condition, diarrhoea. 



Symptoms. — These may be external or internal. Bleed- 

 ing may or may not be present. 



Treatment. — See treatment for constipation, or diarrhoea, 

 as the case may be. Apply the white lotion to the parts. 

 Give attention to the diet and general condition. 



