Overview
Piles, medically known as hemorrhoids, are swollen blood vessels in the anal canal and lower rectum. They are extremely common and affect people of every age group, particularly those with sedentary routines, chronic constipation or a low-fibre diet.
At our clinic in Visakhapatnam, piles are graded carefully and treated with the least invasive option that will give lasting relief. Most patients are managed without major surgery.
Symptoms
- Painless bleeding during or after a bowel movement
- A soft lump or swelling around the anus
- Itching, irritation or a burning sensation
- Mucus discharge and a feeling of incomplete evacuation
- Pain when a pile prolapses or becomes thrombosed
Causes
- Chronic constipation and straining while passing stools
- Low-fibre diet and inadequate water intake
- Prolonged sitting or standing, sedentary lifestyle
- Pregnancy and increased abdominal pressure
- Obesity, heavy lifting and family predisposition
Treatment Process
- Detailed clinical history and gentle proctoscopic examination to grade the piles
- Diet, fibre and lifestyle correction with medication for early grades
- Office procedures such as banding or injection sclerotherapy for suitable cases
- Definitive surgical treatment only when clearly indicated
- Follow-up review to confirm complete healing and prevent recurrence
Recovery
Most non-surgical treatments allow you to resume normal work the same or next day.
Warm sitz baths, prescribed medication and a high-fibre diet speed up healing.
A follow-up visit is scheduled to confirm healing and to plan long-term prevention.
Frequently Asked Questions
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