Sclerotherapy for Hemorrhoids

Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to treat internal hemorrhoids. The procedure involves injecting a medication directly into the hemorrhoidal tissue to shrink the swollen blood vessels.

This treatment is often recommended for patients experiencing bleeding internal hemorrhoids, particularly in early stages of the disease.

How Sclerotherapy Works

During the procedure, a special solution is injected into the hemorrhoid.

This solution causes:

• irritation of the hemorrhoidal vein
• collapse of the blood vessel
• formation of scar tissue

Over time, the hemorrhoid shrinks and symptoms improve.

What Happens During the Procedure

Sclerotherapy is performed in a medical office and typically takes only a few minutes.

The procedure involves:

1. Examination of the anal canal using an anoscope
2. Injection of the treatment solution into the hemorrhoid
3. Monitoring briefly after the procedure

Most patients can resume normal activities immediately.

Who May Benefit From Sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy is often recommended for:

• Grade I internal hemorrhoids
• Grade II internal hemorrhoids
• patients with bleeding hemorrhoids
• patients who cannot undergo other procedures

Advantages of Sclerotherapy

Benefits include:

• quick office treatment
• minimal discomfort
• no surgical incision
• rapid recovery

For many patients, sclerotherapy provides effective symptom relief.

When Other Treatments May Be Needed

If hemorrhoids are large or prolapsing, other treatments such as rubber band ligation or surgery may be recommended.

Learn More About Hemorrhoids

You may also explore these guides:

• Hemorrhoids Overview
• Hemorrhoids Symptoms
• Hemorrhoids Procedures
• Hemorrhoids FAQ
• Hemorrhoids Images & Diagrams