Gleneagles Medical Centre, 6 Napier Road, #03-13, Singapore 258499
Tel: +65 6475 5512
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Also known as haemorrhoids, piles are swollen blood vessels in the anus and lower rectum. Piles can develop either inside the rectum or around the anus. In the early stages, piles present as passing fresh blood during bowel movement. Piles can present as an uncomfortable lump at the anus at later stage of the disease. Piles can sometime present as a very painful lump around the anus. As piles are essentially blood vessels, they will not develop into cancer.
In some mild cases of piles, lifestyle and dietary modifications can help clear them up after a few days.
However, in many cases, piles either cause great discomfort or become a regular occurrence, in which case,
treatment becomes necessary.
Regardless, medical attention is may be recommended, particularly if bloody stool is experienced. This is
because bleeding may be indicative of a more serious underlying condition like colorectal cancer. A medical
assessment is necessary to rule that out a colorectal cancer.
In general, eating more high-fibre food such as vegetables and staying hydrated can help soften stool and reduce straining during bowel movements. Medications may also be prescribed to soften stool, stop bleeding or act as a pain relief. If these medications fail to provide any relief, removal of these piles surgery may also be recommended. There are many new methods of piles removal that are relatively painless with very high successful rate of cure.
Prompt Intervention Results in Faster Relief and Better Outcomes
Send Us An EnquiryKH Ng Surgery is a colorectal clinic located at Gleneagles Medical Centre that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of piles and haemorrhoids. The clinic is headed by Dr Ng Kheng Hong, an established specialist with more than 20 years’ experience in treating piles successfully.
Gleneagles Medical Centre, 6 Napier Road, #03-13, Singapore 258499
Tel: +65 6475 5512