Cost of Haemorrhoids-Piles in India

Also called piles, Haemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum, similar to varicose veins. These can develop inside the rectum (internal hemorrhoids) or under the skin around the anus (external hemorrhoids).

May include:

• Itching or irritation in the anal region
• Pain or discomfort
• Swelling around the anus
• Bleeding
• Painless bleeding during bowel movements
• A hemorrhoid might push through the anus, resulting in pain and irritation.

May include:

• Straining during bowel movements
• Sitting for long periods of time on the toilet
• Having chronic diarrhea or constipation
• Obesity
• Pregnancy
• Anal intercourse
• Low-fiber diet
• Regular heavy lifting

May be asked for:

• Visual inspection
• Digital examination

• Eating high-fiber foods
• Using topical treatments
• Soaking regularly in a warm bath for 10 to 15 minutes
• Oral pain relievers
• Medications
• External hemorrhoid thrombectomy
• Rubber band ligation
• Injection (Sclerotherapy)
• Coagulation (infrared, laser or bipolar)
• Hemorrhoid removal surgery (hemorrhoidectomy)
• Hemorrhoid stapling

May include:

• Anemia
• Strangulated hemorrhoid
• Blood clot