Thrombosed Hemorrhoids – Southlake General Surgery

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Thrombosed Hemorrhoids Southlake General Surgery

• By Dr Valeria Simone Md, (Southlake general
  surgery, Texas, usa)

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overview

• Thrombosed hemorrhoids are swollen hemorrhoids tha
  t have turned blue, purple, or black. They rarely
  bleed or cause pain on their own, but when they
  become large enough, they can cause severe
  discomfort and even blood loss.
• Your doctor may have referred you to a
  hematologist if you have thrombosed hemorrhoids
  because they indicate that you may have an
  underlying blood clotting disorder such as
  hemophilia or von Willebrand disease. Thrombosed
  hemorrhoids are commonly found in people who are
  over 40 and those who have been on long-term
  blood transfusions.

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Difference between a Thrombosed Hemorrhoid and a
Normal Hemorrhoid

• Hemorrhoids can be classified into two groups
• Internal hemorrhoids can be seen within the
  rectum of the body.
• External hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids that are
  external to the anus might be discovered on the
  exterior of the anus.

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Symptoms of Thrombosed Hemorrhoids

• Thrombosed hemorrhoids can be excruciating.
  Walking, sitting, or going to the bathroom might
  be excruciating if you have a problem with one of
  these conditions.
• Additional hemorrhoid symptoms include the
  following
• bleeding stools
• swelling or a lump in the anus area
• Itchiness around the anus
• bleeding stools
• It is possible that you have an area of infection
  known as an abscess if you also have a fever and
  are experiencing pain and swelling.

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What causes hemorrhoids to become thrombosed?

• Hemorrhoids can be caused by a build-up of
  pressure on the rectums veins. This pressure is
  caused by
• constipation
• Inconsistent bowel movements
• straining while passing stools
• diarrhea
• being sedentary for extended periods of time,
  such as while traveling by automobile, train, or
  airplane for an extended amount of time
• during pregnancy, due to the pressure of the baby
  on your veins, or throughout the labor process
• Blood clots in hemorrhoids are a mystery to
  medical professionals who have studied the
  condition.

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Risks factors of Thrombosed hemorrhoids

• Its not uncommon to get hemorrhoids.
  Approximately three-quarters of the population
  will experience one during their lifespan.
• An individual may get hemorrhoid if
• there is prolonged constipation due to less
  amount of fiber in the diet or because of any
  medical ailment
• frequently spend extensive time sedentary
• pregnant
• old age can deteriorate the tissues that maintain
  hemorrhoids in place, hemorrhoids are more
  prevalent in the elderly

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Diagnosis of Thrombosed hemorrhoids

• Consult your physician if you experience any
  discomfort or itching in the area around the
  anus, or if you experience any bleeding during a
  bowel movement. Its imperative that you consult
  a doctor if you notice bleeding in your
  gastrointestinal tract (GI) because it could be
  an indication of gastrointestinal cancer.
• The symptoms youre experiencing and your medical
  history will be discussed at your appointment. To
  check for lumps or growths, they may insert a
  gloved, lubricated finger into your rectum. This
  method is referred to as a digital rectal exam.
• A colonoscopy may be necessary if you have
  indications of or are at risk for colon cancer.
• Sigmoidoscopy An endoscope with a camera on one
  end is inserted into your colon to allow the
  physician to look at the lower portion of your
  digestive tract. Precancerous polyps and other
  abnormalities in your colon might be seen through
  the scope of the doctor.
• Colonoscopy An endoscope is used by the doctor
  to examine the whole length of your digestive
  tract.

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What are the options for the treatment of
Thrombosed Hemorrhoids?

• If you have a blocked blood vessel, an external
  thrombectomy is the most common treatment. This
  operation involves making a small cut and then
  draining the blood. You will be given a local
  anesthetic to alleviate any discomfort.
• If you have a hemorrhoid, have this surgery done
  as soon as possible after it arises. The clots
  can reappear, but the treatment is effective.
  Even after surgery, you may still have
  discomfort.

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Standard Hemorrhoids Treatment

• You may be able to alleviate the pain caused by
  hemorrhoids by taking a few easy precautions at
  home
• Apply a non-prescription lotion or ointment for
  hemorrhoids, like Preparation H. Additionally,
  you can use witch hazel wipes, for example,
  Tucks.
• Use over-the-counter analgesics such as
  acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil,
  Motrin IB)
• At least twice or three times a day, spend ten to
  fifteen minutes at a time sitting in a warm bath.
  You may try taking a sitz bath, which is just a
  little plastic tub filled with a few inches of
  warm water and designed to hold only your
  buttocks. After you have finished bathing, pat
  the area dry rather than rubbing it.
• Apply ice or a cold compress to the affected
  region as needed.

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Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery

• Hemorrhoid removal surgery is a common procedure
  that helps remove or reduce painful or swollen
  veins in your anus and rectum. Hemorrhoid surgery
  is most often performed on an outpatient basis,
  which means you can go home the same day. Your
  doctor may recommend an anesthetic for the
  procedure, which will help you feel less
  discomfort. The surgery will be performed through
  a small incision in the area between your anus
  and your rectum.
• Hemorrhoids are surgically treatable in less than
  ten percent of those who suffer from them. If
  your hemorrhoids are large or if your doctor has
  examined you for both external and internal
  hemorrhoids, you may need surgery to remove them.
• To remove hemorrhoids, various surgical
  procedures are used, which include
• Hemorrhoidectomy Hemorrhoids, as well as the
  clot and blood vessels, are extracted during this
  surgical treatment. It is possible that a spinal
  block will be used to numb the surgical site or
  that you will be put to sleep under general
  anesthesia. The internal thrombectomy is a more
  intrusive operation that also takes longer to
  conduct than its external counterpart however,
  the hemorrhoid is less likely to return once it
  has been removed. Because it is associated with a
  significantly higher level of discomfort, it is
  typically reserved for patients whose hemorrhoids
  are severe. Pain, infection, and inability to
  empty your bladder are all possible side effects
  of this operation.
• Rubber band ligation The hemorrhoid is treated
  by the placement of a thin elastic band around
  its base by the doctor. Hemorrhoids should become
  less noticeable after a few weeks have passed.
• Stapled hemorrhoidopexy Under general
  anesthesia, this surgery is also performed while
  you are unconscious. Hemorrhoids are reattached
  to the body using a stapling device by the
  surgeon.

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How long does it take to fully recover?

• The discomfort associated with thrombosed
  hemorrhoids should become better within seven to
  ten days without the need for surgery.
  Hemorrhoids that are normal in severity should be
  better within a week. It is possible that it will
  be a couple of weeks before the lump entirely
  disappears.
• An individual can immediately resume most of the
  activities. Do not engage in heavy activity while
  you are recuperating.
• Hemorrhoids can reappear. Hemorrhoidectomy
  minimizes the probability of recurrence.

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Complications of Thrombosed hemorrhoids

• Hemorrhoids that have been thrombosed are not
  typically associated with any consequences.
  However, they can be quite uncomfortable, and
  there is a possibility that they will bleed.
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