Hemorrhoidectomy |
Question and Answers
What are the
symptoms of hemmorrhoids? A hemorrhoid is an enlarged blood vessel within the
anal canal, which has become swollen or inflamed due to
an increase in pressure in the vein. Where and why do hemrrhoids occur? Hemorrhoids occur in the anal canal, which extends from the rectum to the opening of the anus. The blood vessels there become enlarged when subjected to either constant or intermittent pressure which can be caused by straining during bowel movements, overweight, pregnancy, or strenuous physical exertion. Chronic constipation can also lead to hemorrhoid disease. No. Hemorrhoids can be classified as internal,
external or mixed, depending on their location and the
vascular network from which they derive. With a simple
medical examination, Dr. Namihira will be able to
classify your hemorrhoid condition and recommend
appropriate treatment What new treatment is available for hemorrhoids? With C02 Laser, your hemorrhoids can be treated during
a regular office visit. It requires no fasting or special
diet. Local anesthesia is provided for patient comfort.
Generally, a treatment lasts for ten minutes. However,
treatment time depends on severity of the hemorrhoids to
be treated. In some cases, with severe large hemorrhoids,
a second treatment may be needed at the next office visit. When can I return to work or resume normal activity? In most cases, you can return to work and resume
normal activities within 24 to 48 hours. What is the difference between a surgical hemorhoidectomy and a Laswer hemmrrhoidectomy? Surgical hemorrhoidectomy is done at the hospital and may require I to 3 days hospitalization. C02 Laser hemorrhoidectomy is done in the office. You can go home a few minutes following the procedure. Surgical hemorrhoidectomy produces postoperative pain for I to 2 weeks. Laser treatment is usually painless. With severe or large hemorrhoids, C02 Laser treatment may produce mild discomfort for I to 2 days, usually relieved with a topical anesthetic ointment. What is the cost of the procedure? Since Laser treatment is done in the office rather than the hospital, the cost is greatly reduced. Insurance companies usually accept the Laser hemorrhoidectomy as an alternative to surgical hemorrhoidectomy. How long will I be symptom free? After treatment, recurrence rate is similar to surgical hemorrhoidectomy. With life style changes, and with a high fiber diet, you will reduce your risk of recurrence. Is there any other anal condition that CO2 Laser can treat effectively? Yes, painful anal tags, rectal prolapse, and anal warts can be treated with the C02 Laser. |