Hemorrhoids Surgery

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Hemorrhoids are a painful health problem caused by swelling and inflammation of the veins in or around the anal canal. It may occur due to unhealthy diet, genetic predisposition, and a sedentary or active lifestyle.

There are different methods for hemorrhoid surgery. These are Laser Hemorrhoid Surgery, Stitchless (Ligasure) Surgery, Artery Ligation, Classical Hemorrhoidectomy and the De Longo method. This operation, which is usually performed under spinal (epidural) or general anesthesia, takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the number of hemorrhoids, their location and the surgical method applied.

The cause of hemorrhoids cannot be fully explained, but the causes are seen as hereditary predisposition, constipation, excessive straining, age, diarrhea, alcohol, standing or sitting for long periods of time, and excessive consumption of spicy food.

General symptoms include pain and itching around the anus, bleeding, hard tissues that can be felt by hand, and swelling in the anus area.

Hemorrhoids have 4 stages and their symptoms vary according to their stages.

Stage 1 hemorrhoids are the stage in which bleeding occurs enough to contaminate the toilet. Stage 2 hemorrhoids protrude with the stool and then reenter. Stage 3 hemorrhoids are external and can be pushed in with the finger. Pain and swellings are observed in this stage. In stage 4 hemorrhoids, the hemorrhoids have completely prolapsed and difficulty in sitting and pain are observed.

Individuals with the above symptoms and diagnosis are deemed suitable for hemorrhoid surgery. Also, surgery is recommended for individuals if medication treatment does not provide results.

There are different methods of hemorrhoid surgery depending on the number, location and severity of hemorrhoids. This surgical intervention, which is usually performed under spinal (epidural) or general anesthesia, takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour.

Patients stay at the hospital for 1 night after the operation. Patients can usually return to their normal lives within 10 days. It is recommended to stay away from heavy work for 2 to 3 weeks. Discharge may occur between 4 and 6 weeks after surgery. Generally, there is no need to remove stitches after this surgery. During the recovery period, sitz baths should be taken as often as recommended by the doctor.

After this surgery, individuals need to pay attention to their fluid consumption, avoiding foods that will cause constipation, and their nutrition and exercise.

It should not be forgotten that complete recovery after hemorrhoid surgery takes between 6 weeks and 2 months.

• Correct use of prescribed medicines
• Foods with high fiber content should be consumed
• Water consumption should be increased
• The need to defecate should not be delayed
• Avoid spending long periods of time in the toilet
• Continuous sitting and standing should be avoided
• Sitz baths should be done
• Regular exercise should be done
• Anal area should be kept clean and dry.

Hemorrhoids are a painful health problem that affects the daily life of individuals. Unless treated, it progresses and causes severe bleeding and pain. Severe bleeding may cause anemia. At the same time, being painful affects the daily lives of individuals. After hemorrhoid surgery, bleeding and pain problems are solved. In this way, the quality of life of individuals increases and the symptoms caused by hemorrhoids are treated.

The Hemorrhoids Operation cost is varying depending on the healthcare provider, surgeon’s experiences, surgery method, situations of disorder and location where surgery is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Hemorrhoids Operation in Turkey. To learn more about the Hemorrhoids Operation in Turkey, you can kindly contact us.