How does hemorrhoidal artery ligation (HAL) compare with rubber band ligation (RBL) for managing symptomatic second- and third-degree hemorrhoids? Brown and colleagues performed a multicenter, ...

Hemorrhoids are pockets of swollen blood vessels inside the anus. While they can be uncomfortable, they’re relatively common in adults. In some cases, you can treat them at home. Hemorrhoid banding, ...

For some people, a healthy diet and lifestyle and over-the-counter medicines aren't enough to treat hemorrhoids. There are also procedures that shrink or remove them, such as using a laser, that can ...

For patients with edematous hemorrhoidal thrombosis, the first line of treatment is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ketoprofen, in conjunction with an analgesic, as outlined by ...

How can Hemorrhoids be Prevented & Treated? Stool softeners, topical pain-relieving creams, suppositories and Sitz baths help relieve pain due to hemorrhoids. The best treatment of hemorrhoids is ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have a hemorrhoid. It’s not small, but it’s not huge. At times, it itches or gets inflamed and feels sore for several days. I’m thinking it could be tied off with dental floss so ...