When surgery is considered
Persistent bleeding, substantial prolapse or symptoms continuing despite other treatment may lead to consideration of surgery. The cause and characteristics of the disease are assessed first.
Choosing an approach
The pattern of internal and external hemorrhoids and previous treatments are considered together. Office procedures and operations are not interchangeable for every patient.
The preoperative discussion
Discuss the proposed procedure, anesthesia, possible risks and recovery with your surgeon. Pain management and advice about bowel habits are tailored to the individual.
General information only. It does not replace an individual diagnosis, treatment plan or medical consultation. This is a pre-publication editorial draft and is not presented as medically reviewed content.