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Piles

Also called Hemorrhoidectomy

Piles (haemorrhoids) are swollen veins in and around the anus. They can bleed or hurt, and are often linked to constipation and straining.

Treated in Laparoscopic Surgery · Gastroenterology

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Symptoms

  • Bright red blood on the stool or toilet paper
  • Itching or pain around the anus
  • A lump near the anus
  • Discomfort when sitting

Causes

  • Constipation and straining
  • A low-fibre diet and too little water
  • Pregnancy
  • Sitting for long periods
  • Heavy lifting

When to see a doctor

See a doctor for any bleeding from the back passage, so that other causes are ruled out, or if piles are painful and do not improve with diet changes. Heavy bleeding needs urgent care.

Treatment at Abhinav Hospital

Our surgeons examine you and advise on diet, fluids and medicines, which help most piles. Piles, fissures and fistulas that do not settle are treated with a procedure or surgery.

Doctors who treat piles

Questions patients ask

Can piles go away without surgery?

Yes. Many piles improve with more fibre, enough water, not straining and medicines. Surgery is needed only for piles that keep bleeding, hurt or come out.

Is bleeding from the back passage always piles?

No. It is often piles, but bleeding can have other causes, so it should always be checked by a doctor.

Which doctor treats piles at Abhinav Hospital, Nagpur?

Piles is treated in our Laparoscopic Surgery and Gastroenterology departments, by Dr. Pravin Nikhade, Dr. Madhukar Thakre, Dr. Vinay Rode, Dr. Ravi Daswani, Dr. Shashank Wanjari, and Dr. Amin Siddiqui.

How do I book an appointment for piles?

Call the hospital on +91 75571 60334, message us on WhatsApp, or leave your number in the form on this page and the front desk will call you back to fix a time with the right doctor.

This page explains piles in general terms and does not replace an examination by a doctor. In an emergency, come straight to the hospital or call the emergency number. All conditions A to Z