How do surgery and rubber band ligation compare in terms of side effects?
Obviously, there is a risk of complications associated with any surgery involving anesthesia. And surgery can involve more pain and bleeding following the procedure. There are small risks of urinary retention an inability to urinate and infection involved with both procedures. My doctor has recommended surgery for my hemorrhoids. Should I get a second opinion? You should always get a second opinion concerning any decision involving possible surgery. Is there anything I can do during my pregnancy to minimize the development of hemorrhoids? You should be able to diminish the growth of hemorrhoids by sleeping on your side. This will reduce the pressure on the veins in your pelvic area. I don’t get constipation which is often described as linked to hemorrhoids. I get diarrhea a lot, and I have hemorrhoids anyway. How come? Any bowel habit that promotes straining in the pelvic/anal area can lead to the enlargement of veins that causes hemorrhoids. The same advice about relaxing and not stra
