Hemorrhoid Removal

There are two varieties of hemorrhoids, and this report will focus on hemorrhoid removal. The two kinds are internal and external hemorrhoids. External Hemorrhoids are swollen parts of skin and blood vessels in the area of the anus. They are extremely innervated and susceptible and are also in jeopardy for thrombosis. They grow around the external opening of the anus. It is typically especially painful because the skin that surrounds them is very sensitive. In most cases, they are simply annoying protrusions.

Internal hemorrhoids happen above the pectinate or dentate line in the anal canal. They are covered by a mucous membrane. The external hemorrhoids removal is not indicated in the circumstance should there only mild discomfort, and the doctor may suggest over-the-counter creams, ointments or pads. These contain witch hazel or a topical anti-inflammatory agent containing hydrocortisone.

In combination with daily warm baths, this treatment helps relieve your symptoms. Often creams are available with herbal extracts like witch Hazel Compress or Cream. This is made from the leaves and bark of a plant called Hamamelis virginiana. It is applied topically to the anal area in the form of witch hazel distilled liquid, ointment, or medicated pads. It assists to relieve pain, itching and swelling and other difficulties that are coming with hemorrhoids.

But in extreme cases hemorrhoid removal is required to be performed.

The hemorrhoids may be removed surgically or through other methods in extreme cases. Three surgical procedures to remove external hemorrhoids are:

a) Laser coagulation- The hemorrhoid is clotted with an electric probe which results in it shrinking.

b) Infrared photocoagulation- The hemorrhoid is clotted with infrared light to cause it to shrink.

c) Hemorrhoidectomy- Complete removal of the hemorrhoid by surgery.

d) Band it- This is the most commonly used hemorrhoid procedure. In this small elastic band is placed around the base of a hemorrhoid. The band causes the hemorrhoid to shrink and the surrounding tissue to scar as it heals, holding the hemorrhoid in place. There are rare complications including mild pain or tightness, bleeding, and infection, and in even fewer cases an anal fissure may occur.

d) Staples- A newer alternative to traditional hemorrhoidectomy is called stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Treatment for bleeding or prolapsed internal hemorrhoids is done. This is performed under general anesthesia but it’s less painful and recovery is quicker.

There are certain natural ways of hemorrhoids removal. These include

1. Apply ice packs on the affected areas.

2. Sitz bath, which is a small tub and is specially designed to allow the soaking of hemorrhoids without taking a bath. In this process the rectal area is soaked in hot water for 15-20 minutes about 3-4 times a day.

Not only does this helps relieve symptoms but also aids shrinkage of the hemorrhoids.

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Posted: July 23rd, 2008 under hemorrhoids.
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