Advanced Hemorrhoid Center
At our advanced hemorrhoid center, we have specialized hemorrhoid treatments for quick relief and comfort. Regardless, discover the causes, symptoms, and available treatments.
Hemorrhoids, also known as “piles,” are similar to varicose veins, But they develop in your lower rectum and anus. Undoubtedly, everyone is born with these veins. However, they only become a problem when they become swollen and enlarged and begin to cause painful symptoms.
Types of Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoids
- In particular, develop inside the rectum which connects the large intestine (colon) to the anus.
- In particular, develop inside the rectum which connects the large intestine (colon) to the anus.
- External Hemorrhoids
- On the other hand, develop under the skin around the anus.
- On the other hand, develop under the skin around the anus.
- Prolapsed Hemorrhoids
- Comparably, both external and internal hemorrhoids can stretch. Then protrudes outside of the anus. Eventually, this results in what we call a prolapsed hemorrhoid.
- Comparably, both external and internal hemorrhoids can stretch. Then protrudes outside of the anus. Eventually, this results in what we call a prolapsed hemorrhoid.
Three out of four adults experience hemorrhoids at least once during their lifetime, making them very common. Some individuals experience hemorrhoids intermittently while others suffer from chronic occurrences.
Causes of Hemorrhoids
Indeed, any type of straining can exert pressure on the abdomen. Additionally, veins in the rectum or anus result in hemorrhoids. Although, some common circumstances that exert pressure and can result in hemorrhoids are:
- Constipation
- Straining to have a bowel movement.
- Straining to have a bowel movement.
- Excessive Straining
- While lifting weights or picking up heavy objects.
- While lifting weights or picking up heavy objects.
- Obesity
- Certainly, weight gain increases daily pressure on the pelvis or lower abdomen.
Symptoms of Hemorrhoids
Internal Hemorrhoids
Often go unnoticed because they rarely cause any pain or symptoms. There may be instances of blood on the toilet paper or in stool but they are not painful.
External Hemorrhoids
Often cause uncomfortable symptoms including itching, rectal bleeding, pain when sitting or aching in the anus area, and hard bumps near the anus that are tender to the touch.
Prolapsed Hemorrhoids
Generally, bulges outside of the anus and can cause discomfort and pain.
Can Individuals Treat Hemorrhoids at Home?
Besides this individuals who experience the occasional hemorrhoid flare-up can often use at-home creams and remedies. However, those with chronic hemorrhoid issues require medical intervention.
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Non Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatments
Hemorrhoid Banding/Ligation
Rubber band ligation is a simple non-surgical, outpatient procedure. Even though it involves placing a small elastic-type band around the bottom of the hemorrhoid to cut off the blood supply. Importantly this causes hemorrhoids to shrink and the tissue surrounding it to form a scar. Finally, the scarring acts as an anchor and holds the hemorrhoid in place.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which a surgeon injects a chemical solution into the hemorrhoid tissue, causing it to shrink. In reality, the procedure causes little to no pain but may be less effective than other treatments.
Infrared Coagulation (IRC)
IRC is effective on small internal bleeding hemorrhoids and causes them to shrivel, harden, and disappear. Infrared coagulation normally causes little discomfort and has very few side effects.
Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation (HAL)
HAL sometimes called HAL Doppler is a minimally invasive and virtually painless technique used to treat and remove hemorrhoids. The surgeon can locate the exact location of the hemorrhoidal arteries using a miniature ultrasound or Doppler guidance device. Then, the surgeon cuts off the blood supply using a suture, causing them to shrink. Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation is most effective for low to medium-grade hemorrhoids.
RAR (Recto Anal Repair)
When a hemorrhoid protrudes (hanging down into the anal cavity or coming out of the anus). The surgeon must repair and place it back in the correct position. Subsequently, stitching the prolapsed hemorrhoid back into place against the side of the rectum using a specialized instrument. The stitches eventually form scar tissue which effectively anchors hemorrhoids indefinitely. RAR involves no cutting, entails minimal pain, and offers a quick recovery.
Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatments
Hemorrhoidectomy
Unquestionably, hemorrhoidectomy is a surgical procedure and the most effective way to eliminate chronic recurring hemorrhoids. Along with this, the surgeon uses one of several techniques to remove the excess problematic hemorrhoidal tissue. Typically, performed under anesthesia.
Hemorrhoidopexy
Hemorrhoidopexy also called a stapled hemorrhoidectomy is a surgical procedure. It involves the removal of abnormally large hemorrhoidal tissue. Followed by the repositioning of the remaining hemorrhoidal tissue to its proper location. Surgeons use a special medical stapling device to reduce the blood supply to the hemorrhoids, causing them to shrink.
Proctoplasty
Following the surgical removal of hemorrhoids. Sometimes it is necessary to eliminate extra tissue left behind in the anal canal to ensure it remains unblocked. Most often, surgeons perform this procedure in tandem with a hemorrhoidectomy.
Hemorrhoid Treatments Comparison
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In any event, if other methods of treatment have been unsuccessful, a small percentage of patients will require surgery to treat their hemorrhoids. Nonetheless, IBI Healthcare Institute offers transparent all-inclusive pricing. In addition, the price includes the expertise and knowledge of the surgeon who will be performing the procedure.
Moreover, visit our Pricing Page to view IBI Healthcare Institute’s self-pay all-inclusive pricing. As a matter of fact, insurance coverage, health status, or use of additional resources may influence the actual price. Lastly, we also offer Financing Options for qualified customers.