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After Hemorrhoid Surgery: A Story

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Many of my patients at the Los Angeles Proctology Institute have questions about what to expect following hemorrhoid removal surgery. Will it hurt? How long? Can I do the things I normally do? Will they just come back anyway?

Many of these questions are covered on our hemorrhoid information page, but some of the subjective concerns about the experience of hemorrhoid surgery remain a mystery. That’s why I like to share stories such as these, which offer a glimpse behind the curtain, as it were, and give prospective patients a better sense of what to expect in the way of healing and recovery:

As things heal externally I have a lot of itching and the lidocaine has been awesome for that. My pain has dramatically improved. I wake up in the mornings practically pain-free and that continues until I have a BM. That will wake up some of the pain, but I think of it more as an annoying pinching feeling. Another plus is I don’t have to take a bath and I can sit on most soft surfaces without a donut.

Hemorrhoids get better after removal surgery. This includes procedures such as hemorrhoid banding, hemorrhoid sclerotherapy, and infrared coagulation. Hemorrhoid removal is generally permanent: you may eventually get hemorrhoids again if you fail to take aggressive preventive measures, but the procedure will “knock out” the current crop for good.

If you have questions about hemorrhoid removal in Los Angeles, don’t hesitate to call us. We’re always happy to discuss our patients’ expectations in detail.

How to Get Hemorrhoids

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I spend a lot of time in my capacity as a leading hemorrhoid doctor in Los Angeles going over how to prevent those irritating little bumps. Typically the advice centers around diet and exercise, with a healthy dose of proper defecation technique thrown in.

But confusion still reigns throughout most of the populace about why we get hemorrhoids, and which behaviors tend to bring them on. Part of the confusion is that the facts can seem contradictory many people are aware that constipation causes hemorrhoids, for instance, but did you know that you can also get them for the opposite reason? Frequent diarrhea can be just as hard on the tissues of this area as training and getting nowhere, as this article attests:

One of the most common hemorrhoid causes: going too often. You’d think this was counter-intuitive, but pooping multiple times a day means you spend a lot of time on the toilet, and possibly bearing down and straining. The fix, says Dr. Brenner, is to address the underlying reason behind the diarrhea. It may be viral (like the flu), IBS, medications, or a foodborne illness, or you may just need some tweaks to your diet.

The takeaway is that bowel movements are a complex process, and anything that messes up the rhythm of this natural function can create stress, injury, and ultimately hemorrhoids.

If you’re having trouble on the can, contact Dr. Maz for better medical advice about how to prevent and treat hemorrhoids.

What Are Prolapsed Hemorrhoids?

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Prolapsed hemorrhoids are internal hemorrhoids that protrude from the anus, causing an extremely painful experience while sitting and defecating.

The cause of prolapsed hemorrhoids isn’t precisely known, but we know that when hemorrhoids are left untreated for an extended period of time, the swelling may grow more dramatic and ultimately lead to prolapse.

The main complaints around prolapsed hemorrhoids are itching and pain:

Internal hemorrhoids may also prolapse, or extend beyond the anus, causing several potential problems. When a hemorrhoid protrudes, it can collect small amounts of mucus and microscopic stool particles that may cause an irritation called pruritus ani. Wiping constantly to try to relieve the itching can worsen the problem.

In some cases, this pain can graduate to severe levels, inspiring immediate trips to see a Los Angeles proctologist or colorectal surgeon.

Prolapsed hemorrhoids can be treated in a variety of ways, including Rubber band Ligation (RBL) and Sclerotherapy. The method you choose will depend on a conversation with your hemorrhoid doctor about the safest and most effective options give your symptoms and medical history.

To get rid of prolapsed hemorrhoids today, contact the Los Angeles and Orange County Proctology Institute for the best hemorrhoid care in California.