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Haemorrhoids (Piles) Treatment
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Lifestyle Modifications
Prevent constipation, reduce irritation, and promote natural healing.
- Increase fluid and fibre intake to soften stools and prevent constipation.
- Take warm baths to alleviate itching and pain.
- Maintain good anal hygiene by gently patting (not rubbing) the area dry after bowel movements.
- Limit alcohol and caffeine consumption to avoid constipation.
- Avoid straining during bowel movements and do not spend excessive time on the toilet.
- Gently push a prolapsed pile back inside if possible.
ConsultGeneral PractitionerGastroenterologist
Medicinal Treatment
Alleviate symptoms, manage pain, reduce inflammation, and prevent constipation.
- Over-the-counter creams, ointments, or suppositories to reduce pain, itching, and swelling.
- Oral pain relievers like paracetamol for discomfort (avoid codeine due to constipation risk).
- Laxatives or stool softeners to manage constipation and ensure easier bowel movements.
- Cold packs or ice wrapped in a towel to ease discomfort and reduce swelling.
- Stronger prescription medications for inflammation or constipation, as advised by a doctor.
ConsultGeneral PractitionerPharmacistGastroenterologist
Surgical Treatment
Permanently remove or significantly reduce persistent or severe haemorrhoids.
- Non-surgical procedures like rubber band ligation (banding), sclerotherapy (injection), electrotherapy, or infrared coagulation to shrink or remove smaller haemorrhoids.
- Haemorrhoidectomy, a surgical removal of the haemorrhoids for larger or more severe cases.
- Stapled haemorrhoidopexy, where haemorrhoids are stapled back into place inside the anus.
- Haemorrhoidal artery ligation, using stitches to cut off the blood supply to the haemorrhoids, causing them to shrink.
ConsultGeneral SurgeonProctologist
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