Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatment

Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are typified by bulging veins near the anus and the rectum. Exertion of pressure due to constipation or diarrhea is one of the common causes of hemorrhoids. Effective treatment options, including surgery, are available.

Identification

• Physical examination of the rectal and anal regions is a common method used to detect hemorrhoids. If the physical examination results prove inconclusive, your doctor might examine the regions with the aid of an external light source.

Hemorrhoidectomy

• Hemorrhoidectomy is the surgical removal of the hemorrhoid tissues. It is generally performed by giving a local anesthetic and involves minimum pain and discomfort.

Effects

• Common complications involved with a hemorrhoidectomy include difficulty in emptying your bladder, extreme pain, and increased susceptibility toward urinary tract infections.

Time Frame for Recovery

• Post-surgery you may be advised to stay in the hospital overnight and discharged the following day. You can get back to your normal routine within two to three days.

Prevention/Solution

• Mayo Clinic advises a fiber-rich diet and consumption of at least six to eight glasses of water a day to improve and regularize bowel movements and prevent development of hemorrhoids.