Piles Fissure Fistula
Piles | Fissure | Fistula
Piles (Hemorrhoids): Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum or anus that cause discomfort, pain, or bleeding.
Anal Fissure: A small tear in the lining of the anus, often leading to sharp pain and bleeding during bowel movements.
Anal Fistula: An abnormal tunnel between the inside of the anus and the skin around it, usually caused by infection.
Common Symptoms
Pain or Discomfort Around the Anus
Bleeding During or After Bowel Movements
Itching, Swelling or Lump Near the Anal Area
Discharge or Difficulty Passing Stools
Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment. Common tests include:
Imaging (Rare Cases)
Proctoscopy or Sigmoidoscopy
Physical Examination
Treatment & Care
Lifestyle and Dietary Changes
High-fiber diet, increased water intake, and regular exercise to ease bowel movements and reduce strain.
Medications
Use of topical creams, ointments, and pain relievers to reduce inflammation, pain, and itching.
Sitz Baths
Warm water baths that soothe the anal area, reduce discomfort, and promote healing.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Rubber band ligation or sclerotherapy for hemorrhoids; Botox injections or chemical treatments for fissures.
Surgical Treatment
Hemorrhoidectomy, fissurectomy, or fistulotomy for severe or persistent cases that don’t respond to conservative treatments.
Drainage of Abscesses
If a fistula is accompanied by an abscess, surgical drainage is necessary to prevent infection
Hope Beyond Amputation
Don't lose hope. If you've been advised amputation or surgery, Homeopathy may offer another way.