What is Hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are a disease caused by swelling, enlargement or inflammation of the veins in the anus. Hemorrhoids are usually caused by abnormal growth of veins in the anus (internal hemorrhoids) or around it (external hemorrhoids). This is often associated with factors such as excessive straining, constipation, prolonged sitting, pregnancy or genetic predisposition. Hemorrhoids are characterized by symptoms such as pain, itching, bleeding and discomfort. Hemorrhoids are a very common health problem in the community and can have a significant negative impact on quality of life if not treated properly.

How are hemorrhoids diagnosed?
Hemorrhoids are usually diagnosed based on clinical examination and the patient’s complaints. The doctor examines the patient’s rectal area and observes external hemorrhoids. Diagnosis of internal hemorrhoids may require further tests. These tests may include:

• Anoscopy Anoscopy is an examination with a device used to see inside the rectal canal. During this procedure, the doctor directly observes the inside of the rectum.
• Rectoscopy Rectoscopy is a method used to perform a deeper examination. This is highly effective in diagnosing internal hemorrhoids.
• Digital Rectal Examination: The doctor assesses the presence of external hemorrhoids and other rectal diseases by checking the rectal area with a finger.

Hemorrhoid Symptoms
Hemorrhoids usually cause the following symptoms:

• Bleeding Bleeding in the toilet is the most common symptom of hemorrhoids. The bleeding is usually fresh red in color and is accompanied by stool.
• Pain and Discomfort: External hemorrhoids often cause pain, especially when sitting, straining or defecating.
• Swelling and Itching: There may be swelling, itching and discomfort around the anus. These symptoms are usually seen in external hemorrhoids.
• Foreign body sensation in the anus: In case of prolapse (protrusion) of internal hemorrhoids, a foreign body sensation may occur in the anus.

Hemorrhoid Treatment Methods
Hemorrhoid treatment varies depending on the severity of the disease and the general condition of the patient. Treatment usually includes lifestyle changes, medications and surgical methods.

1. Lifestyle Changes:
   • Diet: A diet rich in fiber (vegetables, fruits, whole grains) and drinking plenty of water prevents constipation and can help heal hemorrhoids.
   • Exercise Regular exercise regulates bowel movements and prevents excessive straining.
   • Toilet Habits: It is important to regulate toilet habits and not to sit for long periods of time.
2. Medicines
   • Topical Creams and Ointments: Topical medications can be used to reduce the pain and swelling of hemorrhoids. These medicines may contain corticosteroids or painkillers.
   • Painkillers Oral painkillers can be used to relieve pain from hemorrhoids.
3. Minimally Invasive Treatment Methods:
   • Laser Treatment: Laser hemorrhoid treatment is a procedure using a laser beam to shrink or destroy hemorrhoid veins.
   • Band Ligation: The base of the hemorrhoid is tied with small rubber bands and its nutrition is cut off and it falls over time.
   • Sclerotherapy: Sclerosing substances are injected into the hemorrhoid veins to block and shrink them.
4. Surgical Treatment (Hemorrhoidectomy):
   • Open Hemorrhoidectomy: In severe cases of hemorrhoids, the hemorrhoids can be surgically removed completely. This procedure is usually necessary for larger and painful hemorrhoids.
   • Closed Hemorrhoidectomy: With laparoscopic surgery, hemorrhoid tissue can be removed through small incisions, and recovery time is usually shorter with this method.

Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group offers quality healthcare services to its patients with experienced surgeons specialized in anorectal diseases, especially hemorrhoid treatment, and modern treatment methods.

• Laser Treatment and Minimally Invasive Methods: Metropol Health Group provides fast and effective treatment of hemorrhoids with laser treatment and minimally invasive surgical techniques. In this way, patients are treated with shorter recovery times and less pain.
• Experienced and Expert Team: Our surgeons and medical team specialized in anorectal diseases offer tailor-made treatment plans for each patient, ensuring that the treatment process proceeds in the most efficient way.
• Modern Technology and Advanced Treatment Methods: By using state-of-the-art equipment and methods in hemorrhoid treatment, it is aimed to heal patients in the fastest and healthiest way.