Overview
Haemorrhoids, commonly known as piles, are swollen blood vessels in or around the lower rectum and anus. While incredibly common, they can cause significant distress, leading to symptoms such as rectal bleeding, intense itching, painful swelling, and a feeling of incomplete bowel emptying. Many patients suffer in silence due to embarrassment, but modern treatments are highly effective, discreet, and significantly less painful than traditional methods. Learn more about haemorrhoids surgery and treatments on the NHS website.
Mr Arshad Malik, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, provides expert and discreet haemorrhoids treatment across Suffolk and Essex. He offers a full spectrum of advanced, minimally invasive treatments tailored to your specific condition. From rapid outpatient treatments like rubber band ligation to cutting-edge day-case surgical solutions such as THD (Transanal Haemorrhoidal Dearterialisation) and the Rafaelo® procedure, Mr Malik’s focus is always on resolving your symptoms with maximum precision and minimal post-operative discomfort.
Benefits
- Rapid relief from bleeding, itching, and pain
- Highly discreet, confidential care
- Advanced, minimally invasive surgical options
- Preserves normal anal sphincter function
- Significantly reduced post-operative discomfort
- Most treatments performed as day-case procedures
Conditions We Treat
- Grade I-IV internal haemorrhoids
- External haemorrhoids
- Prolapsed haemorrhoids
- Thrombosed haemorrhoids (acute, painful clots)
- Recurrent bleeding piles
- Associated anal fissures or skin tags
Treatment Process
1
Discreet Consultation & Examination
A confidential discussion of your symptoms followed by a gentle examination (proctoscopy) to accurately grade the haemorrhoids and rule out other causes of bleeding.
2
Personalised Treatment Planning
Mr Arshad Malik will explain all suitable options: ranging from dietary advice and banding to advanced surgical techniques like THD or Rafaelo, helping you choose the best path forward.
3
The Procedure
Depending on the chosen treatment, the procedure is performed either in the outpatient clinic or under general anaesthetic as a short day-case surgery.
4
Rapid Recovery & Aftercare
Minimally invasive techniques allow most patients to return home the same day. You will receive specific advice on pain management, diet, and bowel habits to ensure a smooth recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is haemorrhoids surgery?
Haemorrhoids surgery is a procedure to remove or treat swollen blood vessels in or around the anus and rectum. It alleviates symptoms such as pain, bleeding, and discomfort.
How effective is haemorrhoids surgery?
Haemorrhoids surgery is highly effective, with most patients experiencing significant symptom relief. According to NICE, the success rate varies based on the procedure and individual condition.
Quick Information
Duration
15-45 minutes depending on the specific procedure
Recovery
Usually a day-case. Return to work ranges from 1 day (banding) to 1-2 weeks (surgical removal).
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Important Information
Insurance Coverage: Mr Arshad Malik is recognised by all major private healthcare insurers including Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, and WPA. Self-pay packages are also available for all haemorrhoid treatments.
Preparation: Preparation is usually minimal. For surgical procedures under general anaesthetic, you will be required to fast (nil by mouth) for a specified period beforehand.
Follow-up Care: A follow-up appointment will be arranged to check your healing progress. Adhering to the post-operative high-fibre diet and hydration advice is crucial to prevent recurrence.