Hemorrhoids FAQ Forest Hills

There are many ways to remove hemorrhoids, including banding, infrared laser, and surgical removal. However, during a colonoscopy, it’s generally not advisable to remove hemorrhoids using banding or laser. This is because the internal hemorrhoids are close to the skin of the anus, and treating them while you’re asleep could cause severe pain. We prefer to bring you back for a separate session when you’re awake, so you can guide us to prevent any pain.

External hemorrhoids usually take about three to four weeks to fully go away, provided you avoid aggravating them. Pushing and straining due to constipation, heavy lifting, or prolonged sitting can aggravate hemorrhoids. Maintaining soft stools with laxatives and avoiding heavy lifting can help them heal faster.

Hemorrhoids cannot cause cancer. They are blood vessels that get inflamed and cause local pain around the anus. If you’re having abdominal pain, it is unrelated to hemorrhoids and should be addressed separately.