What are hemorrhoids or piles?
Hemorrhoids, commonly known as piles, is a condition where the veins in the anus and lower rectum get swollen and dilated. Depending on their location, hemorrhoids may be classified as internal or external depending on whether inside the rectum or below the skin around the anus. Hemorrhoids are very common and roughly three out of four adults may have them at some point of time. Yashoda Hospitals provide some of the best treatment for piles in Hyderabad.
What are the different types of hemorrhoids or piles?
External Hemorrhoids:
External hemorrhoids are the most common and uncomfortable type of hemorrhoids. Generally, they are found beneath the skin surrounding the anus. Swollen hemorrhoids cause itching and pain in and around the area. Eventually, they begin to bleed and form clots.
Hemorrhoids accompanied with blood clots can suddenly cause severe pain. These lumps slowly dissolve leaving a skin tag behind that becomes itchy and irritated. A thrombosed (clot) hemorrhoid looks purple or blue and may bleed more. However, they resolve on their own. If the pain persists our doctors can help in removing the clot.
Internal Hemorrhoids:
Internal hemorrhoids develop in the inner lining of the rectum. They are typically painless and are not obvious unless enlarged. They silently bleed and you might spot blood stains on the toilet paper or dripping in the toilet. Internal hemorrhoids may prolapse (shift out of place) and extend outside the anus, which is painful to the sensitive areas.