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Haemorrhoids (Piles), Anal Fissures, and Fistulas – What You Need to Know

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  Haemorrhoids (Piles), Anal Fissures, and Fistulas – What You Need to Know Many are embarrassed to talk about problems around the anus and rectum. These conditions are common and treatable. Understanding them helps reduce fear and encourages timely medical care. 🌐 Haemorrhoids (Piles) These are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus. They cause bleeding during bowel movements, itching, pain, and swelling. They occur due to straining, constipation, pregnancy, and prolonged sitting. Overall treatment consists of lifestyle changes (fibre, hydration), medications, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery if severe. 🌐 Anal Fissure This is a painful condition due to a small tear in the lining of the anus. Sharp pain during bowel movements, bleeding, and a burning sensation. Lasts after the passage of stools It is due to hard stools, constipation, childbirth, or trauma. Generally, stool softeners, topical creams, warm baths, and surgery if chronic. 🌐 An...
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HERNIA - COMMON QUERIES FROM PATIENTS

  HERNIA - COMMON QUERIES FROM PATIENTS WHAT IS A HERNIA? If you’ve noticed a lump in your belly or groin, you may be dealing with a hernia. It is a common problem I see in my clinic. Most hernias are treatable, and catching them early makes things easier. WHAT IS A HERNIA REALLY? Your abdominal wall is a strong net of muscle and tissue that holds your intestines, fat, etc., intact.  A *hernia* happens when a weak spot in that net gives way, allowing tissues to pass through.   It looks like a bulge or lump that appears when you stand, cough, or strain.  Lump frequently disappears when you lie down. WHAT ARE THE COMMON TYPES OF HERNIAS? They are: 1. Inguinal Hernia or The Groin Hernia Where? Lower groin area, on one or both sides.   Who gets it?  Mostly men, but women get it too.   Why does it happen? This area is a natural weak spot through which blood vessels and the spermatic cord pass through. Heavy weightlifting...
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WHEN DO YOU NEED SURGERY FOR GALL STONES?

  WHEN DO YOU NEED SURGERY FOR GALL STONES?  Gallstones need surgical treatment (cholecystectomy) when they cause symptoms such as  abdominal colics ( pain), nausea orvomiting.  Also, surgery is needed sometimes urgently in the case of  complications such as gallbladder inflammation, jaundice (bile duct obstruction), or pancreatitis.  Asymptomatic stones without any complaints which are noted on routine ultrasound examination during medical checkups  usually don’t need surgery. It is, however important to know that recurrent pain, large stones, or risk of cancer make removal necessary.  WHEN IS SURGERY NEEDED FOR GALLSTONES?  1. Symptomatic Gallstones Severe pain in the upper right abdomen, often after fatty meals. lasting for hours, with waxing and waning, not usually relieved by anything; sometimes injections or medication are common. Nausea, vomiting, bloating, especially after fatty meals, and indigestion. There also may be ass...
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