A 50-year-old woman had been struggling with swollen hemorrhoids for many years, making it difficult for her to sit. She had been avoiding going to the hospital for examination out of fear. On May 1, Associate Professor Dr. Duong Van Hai, Head of the Anorectal Unit at Binh Dan Hospital, diagnosed her with prolapsed hemorrhoids that were as large as broccoli and partially embolized. He warned that without surgical treatment, there was a risk of muscle necrosis.
The patient had been dealing with constipation and bloody stools for a long time. At times, her hemorrhoids would fall out and she would have to push them back in with her hand. Despite the discomfort, she had been hesitant to seek medical help. After undergoing hemorrhoidectomy, the doctors advised her to make changes to her diet and lifestyle to prevent recurrence.
Hemorrhoids are a common condition in the anorectal area that can severely impact a patient’s quality of life. Symptoms include bleeding, anal itching, and pain. Many patients delay seeking treatment until their hemorrhoids have become severe, leading to complications such as infection and prolapse. Treatment options range from medication and lifestyle changes to surgical intervention, depending on the severity of the condition.
Doctors at Binh Dan Hospital offer minimally invasive surgical methods such as Longo surgery and laser hemorrhoid tissue shaping for patients with hemorrhoids at a slightly late stage. These procedures have a lower risk of complications and shorter recovery times compared to traditional open surgery. It is important for patients to seek early treatment to avoid complications and improve their quality of life.
Hemorrhoids are a common condition in the anorectal area that can severely impact a patient’s quality of life.
Many patients delay seeking treatment until their hemorrhoids have become severe, leading to complications such as infection and prolapse.
Treatment options range from medication and lifestyle changes to surgical intervention.
Doctors at Binh Dan Hospital offer minimally invasive surgical methods such as Longo surgery