Surgery For Hemorrhoids

As millions of people suffer with the problem of hemorrhoids, a question often asked is, "At what point should I consider surgery?" This article will first examine alternatives to surgery before providing details of the method itself. We will then mention possible risks from such an operation.

Usually, if all other methods have failed, then a doctor may suggest surgery. Before that, changes in diet to help with waste elimination, or an over-the-counter hemorrhoid cream or suppository might be suggested.

If the condition is more serious then there are a number of other procedures a doctor may consider which can be performed as an outpatient. A common method involves putting a rubber band around the base of the hemorrhoid to cut off circulation which then causes the hemorrhoid to shrink in size. This can be done in a doctor's surgery.

A procedure called Sclerotherapy is sometimes used which involves injecting a chemical solution into the blood vessel to try and shrink the hemorrhoid.

Heat can also be used to shrink the hemorroid under a procedure known as Infrared Coagulation.

There are times though when these various alternatives may not succeed and the doctor may recommend you have surgery. What can you expect?

What Surgery Involves

If the hemorrhoids are large, either external or internal hemorrhoids, it may be necessary to actually cut them out surgically. Stitches are used to close the incision. These stitches will automatically disappear over time. A local anaesthetic is used for this procedure.

The Risks

Surgical removal of hemorrhoids is quite safe. There are possible complications obviously but these are very rare and relate mainly to the use of anesthesia. Risk generally associated with anesthesia include strokes, or blood clots in the legs.

Any surgical procedure involves risks due to infection at the skin level or bleeding during or after the operation. However, it is worth repeating, these risk are extremely rare and are the normal risks associated with any type of surgery.

After The Surgery

Most patients can go home the day of the operation although obviously there will be some pain for a while and there may be a little bleeding too.

Bowel movements can be more difficult to start or control following surgery for hemorrhoids but this is a temporary condition which soon disappears.

Surgical removal of hemorrhoids is not a final solution it should be noted. Hemorrhoids can reappear if steps are not taken to try and get at the root of the problem. The doctor may give suggestions and recommendations when it comes to lifestyle and diet.

In conclusion, it is unlikely the majority of hemorrhoid sufferers will require surgical removal of hemorrhoids as there are a number of alternatives which work in most cases. However, if the condition becomes extreme, the doctor may recommend surgery for hemorrhoids.


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