Originally Posted by
carminepraha
I recently pretty much doubled my cycling (distance, time on bike and number of times a week) in the last couple of weeks and just recently got a pretty uncomfortable digestion issue which has now turned into a not so fun hemorrhoids issue 
I feel this has to be all connected to my big increase in cycling. Now i can’t ride which sucks!! Anyone had this happen to you? I have read some articles that longer distance cycling can disrupt your digestive system (being in such an unnatural position for so long). With me, about a week ago I had this happen, this digestive issue. I had that feeling I had to go, but just really couldn't or barely could. So, that then caused my hemorrhoids issue which I have now.
Are you using gels and other types of maltodextrin supplements during your rides? There are known issues with those carbohydrate sources on some individuals. It is not the cycling position that is the problem, it is the food.