What is laser treatment for Hemorrhoids?
Every year, millions of people in India and around the world suffer from painful hemorrhoids. They are popularly known as piles and are defined as swollen veins in the rectal area. Piles might not be a life-threatening condition, but they can be very painful and uncomfortable. Hemorrhoids are classified into internal haemorrhoids (develop inside the anus) and external haemorrhoids (develop along the lining of the anus or the lower rectum).
Piles occur when the blood vessels around the anus or the lower rectum are strained. Here are some of the factors that increase the risk of developing piles.
- Hard stools or Straining during constipation
- Having diarrhoea
- Lifting heavy objects regularly
- Overweight or Obesity
- Pregnancy
- Sitting more time on the toilet seat
- Anal intercourse
Based on the severity, piles are categorised into four types:
- Grade I hemorrhoids — these are mild forms of piles that may cause only bleeding without any protrusions
- Grade II hemorrhoids — these may protrude but reduce on their own quickly
- Grade III hemorrhoids — they may protrude especially during bowel movements and need to be pushed back manually
- Grade IV hemorrhoids — severe form hemorrhoids that are permanently prolapsed and require immediate medical attention
The treatment options for this condition include everything from in-home natural treatments and medications to various surgical procedures. Surgery for piles is recommended when conventional treatments are ineffective.
Popular surgical treatment options for piles include:
- Rubber band ligation
- Sclerotherapy
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Laser treatment
Laser treatment is a minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedure. Since its invention in the 1990s, it has become a highly effective solution for piles because of its benefits, such as precision and quick recovery time.
Surgical Treatment for hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids treatment mostly depends on the severity of the condition. In cases of mild hemorrhoid conditions that cause discomfort, doctors suggest ointments, medication, and creams initially. However, if these treatments are ineffective or, in the case of large internal hemorrhoids, surgery is the best option.
Though there are different types of surgical options available for piles, experts have preferred laser treatment for piles over the past few years, considering its advantages over traditional procedures.
Laser treatment for hemorrhoids
Laser piles treatment is a minimally invasive procedure that can be done as an outpatient procedure. In this procedure, the surgeon uses a narrow laser beam focused on the damaged tissue either to shrink it or remove it without damaging any healthy tissue surrounding it. This is a much preferred treatment option right now because of its benefits.
Advantages of laser treatment for piles (hemorrhoids )
- Painless procedures (might not need anesthesia)
- Less postoperative pain compared to other surgical procedures
- Mostly discharged on the same day of the procedure
- Minimal bleeding at the time of procedure
- Minimal or no surgical incisions, which contribute to a quick recovery
- No need for larger incisions like other procedures
- Quicker recovery helps you return to your regular work faster
- Short surgical time
- High success rate
- The recurrence rate is very low
- The risk of post-surgical infection is minimal or unlikely
- The risk of complications during the procedure or post-surgery is less
- A safer and more effective treatment option
However, laser treatment for piles also carries a few side effects, which include a burning sensation and external skin tag thrombosis in rare cases. Mostly, they resolve gradually on their own or can be managed with medication.
If you are suffering from
Without any doubt, laser treatment for hemorrhoids is a modern and effective means of solution, especially in severe cases. With its high precision and quicker recovery, it has a higher value.
If you are suffering from hemorrhoids and seeking the best piles treatment in Hyderabad, consult Dr. Venugopal Pareek today to explore laser treatment for piles!
