Piles, also known as hemorrhoids, are swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort, bleeding, and pain during bowel movements. They can be internal (inside the rectum) or external (under the skin around the anus). Piles are commonly caused by chronic constipation, straining during bowel movements, pregnancy, obesity, or a sedentary lifestyle. While mild cases can be managed with lifestyle changes, severe cases may require medical or surgical intervention.
Who Needs Treatment?
Patients who experience:
- Bleeding during or after passing stools.
- Itching or irritation around the anal region.
- Pain or discomfort while sitting or during bowel movements.
- Swelling or a lump near the anus.
- Mucus discharge from the rectum.
Types of Piles Treated
- Internal Piles: Located inside the rectum, usually painless but may bleed
- External Piles: Found under the skin around the anus, can be painful and itchy
- Thrombosed Piles: External piles with blood clots, causing severe pain and swelling
- Prolapsed Piles: Internal hemorrhoids that push through the anal opening, sometimes requiring surgical correction
- Recurrent or Chronic Hemorrhoids: Persistent or frequently returning symptoms needing long-term management
