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The colon and rectal specialists at UPMC in Central Pa. provide personalized surgical and nonsurgical care to treat discomfort caused by hemorrhoids.
Although hemorrhoids are very common and rarely dangerous, they can affect your quality of life and cause significant discomfort and embarrassment. Our colon and rectal care specialists provide expert diagnosis and personalized treatment for hemorrhoids. Whether you need surgical or nonsurgical care, we will work closely with you to find the best treatment option for your specific condition.
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that can develop inside your rectum, called internal hemorrhoids, or under the skin around your anus, called external hemorrhoids.
Our experts offer a full range of hemorrhoid treatments, including:
Our board-certified colon and rectal surgeons use outpatient, less-painful techniques to treat hemorrhoids. Minimally invasive procedures to treat hemorrhoids often can be performed in our office and include:
Our board-certified colon and rectal surgeons use the latest surgical techniques to treat hemorrhoids. These include:
Some hemorrhoids do not cause any symptom; however, common symptoms may include:
Thrombosed hemorrhoids, which occur when a blood clot forms inside the hemorrhoid, can be extremely painful.
Hemorrhoids are caused by increased pressure in the lower rectum and are extremely common, affecting nearly 75 percent of adults at some point in their lives. Hemorrhoids are more likely to occur in older people because the tissues that support the veins in your rectum and anus stretch and weaken as you age. Other causes of hemorrhoids include:
Maintaining good bowel habits can lower your risk of developing hemorrhoids. Eating a diet rich in fiber, drinking plenty of water, and exercising regularly can promote regular bowel movements and help you avoid constipation and straining.
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310 Stock St.
Suite 8
Hanover, PA 17331
UPMC Memorial
1703 Innovation Dr.
Suite 3136
York, PA 17408
2101 Embassy Dr.
Lancaster, PA 17603
We offer a comprehensive array of general, vascular, foot and ankle surgical options in the Lancaster region with experienced surgeons and staff who treat you with compassion and respect. Your satisfaction, comfort, and health are our top priorities.
Some of the procedures we commonly perform for our patients:
1575 Highlands Dr.
Suite 200
Lititz, PA 17543
We offer a comprehensive array of general, vascular, foot and ankle surgical options in the Lancaster region with experienced surgeons and staff who treat you with compassion and respect. Your satisfaction, comfort, and health are our top priorities.
Some of the procedures we commonly perform for our patients:
3907 N. Front St.
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Our outstanding team of colon rectal surgeons, including those at UPMC Pinnacle Colon and Rectal Surgery, perform a full range of open and minimally invasive procedures such as colonoscopy, colon surgery, hemorrhoid removal, and treatment of anorectal conditions. Our board certified surgeons perform both laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques which can reduce pain, reduce the amount of time you spend in the hospital, and shorten the time it takes to heal from a surgical procedure.
Lebanon Valley Advanced Care Center
1251 E. Main St.
Suite 3
Annville, PA 17003
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