Removal is safe, effective procedure
There are many procedures for hemorrhoid removal. Many include surgery that remove the inflammation all together, while others cut off the blood supply to the inflammation causing it to fall off, and others dry the inflammation using chemicals. It depends on the type of inflammation as to which method is used.
Rubber banding and using chemicals to dry the inflammation is usually used for internal conditions. Surgical procedures using a scalpel or laser are more common for external conditions. Surgical procedures can also include creating an incision in the inflammation allowing the blood and infection to drain from the inflammation.
Internal procedures have been reported as being less painful, though not all of the procedures are pain free. However, the most pain has been reported in the removal of external conditions.
All methods have been proven to be effective with as little as a five percent reoccurrence rate after surgery. The major downfall however, is the pain associated with the procedures.
Many outpatients have reported that the pain experienced after surgery was more intense than the pain experienced before surgery. However, this pain is only temporary, and with healthy post op care and follow up, your inflammations are unlikely to return.
After most surgeries you can expect your doctor to prescribe a painkiller to help reduce the pain associated with the surgery. He or she will probably also prescribe an antibiotic to help reduce the risk of infection. And usually a prescribed stool softener is common as well to make passing a bowel movement easy.
You can expect to take two to three weeks to recover. If you have small children you will want to seek the help of friends and family so you will not have to overdo it. It is extremely important for you to take it easy after hemorrhoids removal surgery. Do not push, pull, or strain for at least two weeks after surgery.
A small amount of bleeding is normal after surgery. You should take notice if the bleeding worsens or does not stop within a few days. If you experience excessive bleeding or feel faint or nauseous you should contact your doctor immediately and seek medical attention.
Your doctor will provide you with a complete list of post op instructions. It is important to follow every instruction given to you. The success of your surgery depends on how well you take care of yourself after the surgery.
Drink plenty of water, fruit juices, and vegetable juices. Eat soft foods that contain fiber such as vegetables, fruits, and beans. This will help you when you have your first bowel movement after surgery. You can expect this to feel frightening and a little painful, but over time that will improve.
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