Banding
Rubber band ligation, also called banding, involves the application of a tight elastic band around the base of the haemorrhoid which cuts off the blood supply and results in the haemorrhoid dropping off after typically 10-14 days.
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Surgical removal
Haemorrhoid surgery in the UK is an expanding field with increasing diversity. If other treatments haven’t worked or your haemorrhoids are not suitable for non-surgical procedures, then surgery for haemorrhoids may be an option. There are a number of procedures available, but the main ones are set out below.
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Sclerotherapy treatment
In simple terms, sclerotherapy is the injection of a chemical solution into the area around the hemorrhoid resulting in a scarring reaction which makes the hemorrhoid gradually shrink or shrivel up over time. It is typically reserved for grades 1 and 2 internal hemorrhoids.
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Haemorrhoid creams and ointments
Simply put, haemorrhoid creams (or piles treatment cream) will soothe the haemorrhoid making it less irritable and frustrating to live with over a short period of time.
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Causes of Haemorrhoids
The root cause of developing piles is associated with an increase in pressure around your anus. Whilst everyone could be prone to developing haemorrhoids, it’s not entirely clear why some do and some don’t. There are thought to be around 8 million sufferers in the UK alone, so more common than you might have thought.
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Symptoms
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Piles Prevention and Advice
The different types of haemorrhoids
The safe, effective treatment for piles
Non-invasive. Each treatment takes 10 – 30 minutes.
Walk-in walk-out with no anaesthesia.
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