Things to know about hemorrhoids or piles
Hemorrhoids, commonly known as piles, is a condition where the veins in the anus and lower rectum get swollen and dilated. Depending on their location, hemorrhoids may be classified as internal or external depending on whether inside the rectum or below the skin around the anus. Hemorrhoids are very common and roughly three out of four adults may have them at some point of time. Yashoda Hospitals provide some of the best treatment for piles in Hyderabad.
External Hemorrhoids:
External hemorrhoids are the most common and uncomfortable type of hemorrhoids. Generally, they are found beneath the skin surrounding the anus. Swollen hemorrhoids cause itching and pain in and around the area. Eventually, they begin to bleed and form clots.
Hemorrhoids accompanied with blood clots can suddenly cause severe pain. These lumps slowly dissolve leaving a skin tag behind that becomes itchy and irritated. A thrombosed (clot) hemorrhoid looks purple or blue and may bleed more. However, they resolve on their own. If the pain persists our doctors can help in removing the clot.
Internal Hemorrhoids:
Internal hemorrhoids develop in the inner lining of the rectum. They are typically painless and are not obvious unless enlarged. They silently bleed and you might spot blood stains on the toilet paper or dripping in the toilet. Internal hemorrhoids may prolapse (shift out of place) and extend outside the anus, which is painful to the sensitive areas.
Some common signs and symptoms of hemorrhoids are:
Stretching or pressure in the veins around the anus can cause them to bulge or swell leading to hemorrhoids. This may be due to:
Chances of hemorrhoids or piles is high when you
In case you are not sure of why you have piles, our doctors can explain why. Please use our 24/7 appointment helplines to consult an expert gastroenterologist at Yashoda Hospitals.
Complications of hemorrhoids are rare, which include:
While hemorrhoids in itself are generally not a serious condition, there are some other conditions which may also cause such bleeding and pain. In case of any symptoms like bleeding during passage of stools, consult your doctor or surgeon to confirm the diagnosis of hemorrhoids and rule out any other conditions or diseases.
Your doctor or surgeon can diagnose hemorrhoids by:
Depending on the severity of hemorrhoids, the doctor will suggest the best option for you. Generally, hemorrhoids with mild bleeding and pain can be treated with easily available creams or ointments. Sometimes, the doctor may suggest some minimal procedures to resolve the hemorrhoids. These procedures generally do not require anesthesia and the patient can go home the same day.
Hemorrhoidectomy:
Hemorrhoids that cannot be managed with medications or other less invasive options may need to be removed with surgery. Removal of hemorrhoids is medically called as hemorrhoidectomy and is performed either by –
The surgery for hemorrhoids can be done as an outpatient or a daycare based procedure. At Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, piles surgery is conducted by experienced doctors to ensure the best outcome. Please visit our gastroenterologist page to find the nearest hemorrhoidectomy locations and fix an appointment now.
Hemorrhoidectomy is a safe, outpatient care service. When performed in sterile conditions by an expert surgeon, this procedure improves pain and discomfort from hemorrhoids without major risks.
Possible risks involved in the process are:
Hemorrhoidectomy methods have almost similar success rates. Choosing the right method depends on availability of expert doctor, technology, cost and location. Compared to surgical incision, laser procedures are expensive but you can enjoy faster recovery, minimal bleeding and localised scarring.
Talk to one of our doctors to make the right choice and safe hemorrhoid removal at one of our locations – Somajiguda, Secunderabad and Malakpet. Discuss with our doctors so you know what procedures they have done the most and the outcomes so far. This also helps you to make the right choice.
Bleeding – The hemorrhoids bleed slightly and stops in 7 to 10 days from the day of procedure.
Pain – You may experience mild pain after the procedure. You may use slitz (warm) water bath for 15 minutes to ease pain.
Talk to your doctor about managing the pain and bleeding till recovery. Continue to use stool softners as suggested by the doctor. This will ease pain when you poop and also enable faster healing and avoid complications of further hemorrhoids.
Usually patients recover within 2 weeks, but to feel completely normal you may need 3 – 6 weeks. Look out for excessive bleeding, fever or infection, unable to pee or poop, if any talk to your doctor as you may need immediate attention.
Patients with hemorrhoids or piles are best managed at gastroenterology division and by experienced gastroenterologists and surgeons. Check with your insurance provider if you are eligible for the coverage. In general, the cost of hemorrhoidectomy in Hyderabad ranges between 59,000/- and 1,10,000/-. The actual cost may vary depending upon:
To know more about surgery for hemorrhoids, you can request for a call back and our experts will call you and answer all your queries.
Most effective way to prevent and manage hemorrhoids is to avoid hard stools. Some of the precautions that can be taken to prevent hemorrhoids include:
Mild hemorrhoids can be managed with prescribed hemorrhoid creams and suppositories. Ice packs help in reducing pain and swelling.
To know more about best treatment and surgery for hemorrhoids in Hyderabad, you can request for a call back and our experts will call you and answer all your queries.
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