Narrow anus after hemorrhoid surgery: What you need to know

The article was professionally consulted by Doctor Gastroenterologist, Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.

Anal stenosis after hemorrhoid surgery is one of the complications mentioned after hemorrhoid surgery. This is a complication that greatly affects the anal function of the patient.

Anal stenosis after hemorrhoid surgery is a fairly common complication for severe hemorrhoids after being treated with surgery. Facing this complication makes it difficult for patients to defecate and is also the reason why hemorrhoids quickly recur after surgery.
Anal stenosis is a condition in which the anus cannot open normally to pass waste out, making it more difficult than ever to pass stool. Anal stenosis causes prolonged defecation time, which is a direct cause of hemorrhoids re-occurrence. This is a favorable condition for hemorrhoids to grow worse over time and hinder and make it difficult for the next hemorrhoid treatment.
In addition, complications of anal stenosis after hemorrhoid surgery also make relationships of homosexuals more difficult. This creates tears and damage to the lining of the anal canal. Prolonged this situation will cause many other serious and dangerous diseases to develop in the anal area such as anal fissures, anal abscess, anal fistula...

The surgical method of hemorrhoidectomy is not safe and effective. Diagnosis, assessment of the extent and nature of hemorrhoids are not correct The technique of hemorrhoid removal is incorrect, unsafe, and unhygienic Medical equipment Hemorrhoid surgery is not safe and hygienic. Hemorrhoid surgeons are still young and inexperienced. Therefore, it is very important to choose a professional medical facility for hemorrhoid surgery. This helps maximize the effectiveness of the treatment, limiting the complications of hemorrhoid surgery later.

The condition of anal stenosis is different for each person. For mild conditions, patients only need to adjust their diet by adding more fiber, drinking plenty of water, exercising regularly and getting regular check-ups under the guidance of a specialist. In addition, the doctor may prescribe more laxatives for the patient and combine manual or rubber anal dilation for a good treatment effect.
If the treatment is not effective, the doctor will advise and base on the patient's condition to perform anal dilation surgery equal to the original size, helping the patient get rid of the discomforts in daily life. convenient later.