| Internal hemorrhoids must be treated on an out patient basis
using the proctoscope. Some types of hemorrhoids can be treated by
constricting them with tight rubber bands which causes them to
wither within a few days. Using liquid nitrogen (cryosurgery) is
another method of removing hemorrhoidal distensions. A procedure
referred to as monopolar direct current therapy is another
outpatient technique where Procaine solution is injected into the
hemorrhoid.. This approach has had some success and for some
physicians is the treatment of choice; however for large
hemorrhoids it is sometimes ineffective. If these measures prove
unsuccessful, a hemorrhoidectomy may be recommended.
Surgical Options: A hemorrhoidectomy refers to the
procedure which is preformed under general or epidural anesthesia,
whereby the hemorrhoid is clamped, and secured with a sutture ans
the surgically cut off.
A laser technique is available, it does not require
hospitalization or general anesthesia.
Most hemorrhoids can be taken care of medically; however, the
methods that have been employed are viewed by the victim of
hemorrhoids as unpleasant. Laser surgery and monopolar
therapy seem to be generally regarded as better therapies..
Hemorrhoids typically recur.
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