Anyone who keeps having symptoms from enlarged hemorrhoids will sooner or later not be able to avoid a visit to the doctor – because home remedies only alleviate the symptoms, but not the cause. But which doctor is the right one when it comes to problems with hemorrhoids?
From anal itching to burning and blood in the stool to uncontrolled stool: Complaints caused by enlarged hemorrhoids are extremely annoying. Many sufferers are ashamed to seek medical help. Instead, they may hope that the symptoms will go away on their own or with the help of home remedies. However, the longer you delay the doctor’s visit, the more complex the subsequent treatment. It is therefore advisable to make a doctor’s appointment early, despite all the shame.
Anyone who has decided to make an appointment is initially faced with the question: Which doctor is the right one? Is the general practitioner’s practice the best address – or should one go straight to a specialist? And if so, from which discipline?
In diseases of the rectum to the proctologist
If you have problems with your rectum – which also includes enlarged haemorrhoids – those affected are in good hands with a specialist in proctology. The doctors treat all diseases related to the anus and the last section of the intestine. As a rule, patients do not need a referral, but can simply make an appointment in the proctological practice. There is also help in a gastroenterological practice: Gastroenterologists deal with diseases of the entire gastrointestinal tract. Last but not least, surgeons can also treat hemorrhoids.
Alternatively, those affected can also contact their family doctor first. Especially if you have acute symptoms, the family doctor’s practice can be the first point of contact for a quick assessment. In addition, some patients may find it easier to describe their symptoms to someone they trust. However, a visit to the proctological practice may still be necessary followingwards – the family doctor will decide whether this is the case.
Pregnant women who are struggling with enlarged hemorrhoids can also contact their gynecologist.
Don’t be afraid of the proctologist
Haemorrhoidal disease can usually be treated well and painlessly. The proctologist can check the hemorrhoids veröden or tie off. Only in severe cases – especially if the treatment has been delayed for too long – is a surgical intervention necessary.
Last but not least, a medical examination is necessary to ensure that the symptoms are actually caused by enlarged hemorrhoids.
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