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Infrared photocoagulation for hemorrhoids

Infrared photocoagulation (also called coagulation therapy) is a medical procedure used to treat small- and medium-sized hemorrhoids. During the procedure, the doctor uses a device that creates an intense beam of infrared light. Heat created by the infrar... Read >

What Types of Hemorrhoids Are There?

Hemorrhoids may occur either near the opening of the anus (external hemorrhoids) or inside the anal canal (internal hemorrhoids).External hemorrhoids may be painful but usually do not need medical treatment unless a clot develops.Internal hemorrhoids usua... Read >

Hemorrhoids Prevention

Common symptoms of hemorrhoids may be a sign of other serious health problems. Colon or rectal cancer and other conditions have many of the same symptoms as hemorrhoids. You should call your health professional if:Rectal bleeding occurs that is not associ... Read >

Hemorrhoids When to Call a Doctor

Common symptoms of hemorrhoids may be a sign of other serious health problems. Colon or rectal cancer and other conditions have many of the same symptoms as hemorrhoids. You should call your health professional if:Rectal bleeding occurs that is not associ... Read >

Hemorrhoids Home Treatment Care

Home treatment, which mainly involves establishing healthy bowel habits, may keep your hemorrhoids from getting worse. See the Prevention section of this topic for more on healthy bowel habits.Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs... Read >