Myths & Facts About Piles Surgery – What’s True & What’s Not?
Fear, embarrassment, and misinformation stop many patients from taking timely treatment for piles.
Most of this fear comes from common myths about piles surgery — which are completely outdated in today’s era of modern laser treatment.
Let’s bust the biggest myths vs facts about piles surgery so you can make an informed, confident decision.
🔍 Why There Are So Many Myths About Piles Surgery?
Earlier, piles surgery involved:
- Large cuts
- Stitches
- Severe pain
- Long hospital stay
- Weeks of bed rest
But today, with laser piles surgery, treatment is:
✅ Painless
✅ Bloodless
✅ Daycare-based
✅ Fast recovery
Unfortunately, many people still believe old-time fears.
❌ Common Myths vs ✅ Real Facts About Piles Surgery
❌ Myth 1: Piles Surgery Is Very Painful
✅ Fact:
Modern laser piles surgery is almost painless.
Most patients feel only mild discomfort for 1–2 days, which is easily controlled with medicines.
❌ Myth 2: You Need Long Bed Rest After Surgery
✅ Fact:
Laser piles surgery is a daycare procedure.
Most patients:
- Walk on the same day
- Go home within a few hours
- Resume office work in 2–3 days
❌ Myth 3: Piles Always Come Back After Surgery
✅ Fact:
With proper laser surgery + correct diet & constipation control, recurrence is very rare.
Piles usually come back only when:
- Constipation continues
- Diet is ignored
- Water intake is poor
❌ Myth 4: Piles Surgery Causes Loss of Bowel Control
✅ Fact:
This is completely false.
Modern laser treatment does not cut anal muscles, so:
✅ No risk of incontinence
✅ No loss of control over stool or gas
❌ Myth 5: Medicines Can Cure All Grades of Piles
✅ Fact:
Medicines can help only in early (Grade 1–2) piles.
Advanced piles (Grade 3–4) need laser or surgical treatment for permanent cure.
❌ Myth 6: Laser Surgery Is Unsafe or Experimental
✅ Fact:
Laser piles surgery is:
✅ Scientifically proven
✅ Globally practiced
✅ Highly precise
✅ Very safe
✅ Minimally invasive
It is now considered the gold standard for advanced piles treatment.
❌ Myth 7: Piles Surgery Is Very Costly
✅ Fact:
Laser treatment is cost-effective in the long run because:
- No long hospital stay
- No repeated medicines
- No long leave from work
- No recurrence expenses
It often turns out cheaper than repeated failed treatments.
❌ Myth 8: You Cannot Eat Normally After Piles Surgery
✅ Fact:
You can resume:
✅ Normal soft diet within 24 hours
✅ Regular diet within a week
You just need to:
- Avoid spicy & junk food initially
- Increase fibre & water
❌ Myth 9: Piles Surgery Is Only for Elderly People
✅ Fact:
Piles affects:
- Young adults
- Office workers
- Pregnant women
- Elderly
Laser piles surgery is safe for all age groups.
❌ Myth 10: Home Remedies Are Better Than Surgery
✅ Fact:
Home remedies may:
- Give temporary symptom relief
- But CANNOT cure advanced piles
Delaying surgery only causes:
❌ More pain
❌ More bleeding
❌ Larger piles
❌ Emergency procedures
🔥 Truth About Modern Laser Piles Surgery
✅ No major cuts
✅ No stitches
✅ Minimal bleeding
✅ Almost painless
✅ Same-day discharge
✅ Very fast recovery
✅ High success rate
✅ Very low recurrence
⚠️ When Should You Definitely Consider Surgery?
If you have:
- Daily bleeding
- Piles coming out during stools
- Severe pain
- Anemia due to blood loss
- Swelling that doesn’t reduce
➡️ Laser surgery is the best permanent solution.
🧑⚕️ Why Trust Dr. Ankur Bhanushali for Piles Surgery?
- Specialist in laser piles surgery
- Treats all grades of piles
- Daycare, painless procedures
- Advanced equipment & hygiene
- Complete diet & lifestyle guidance
- Very low recurrence rate
- Trusted by patients across Thane
✅ Final Word
✅ Don’t let myths delay your treatment
✅ Piles is fully curable today
✅ Laser surgery is safe & fast
✅ Early treatment prevents complications
✅ Correct diet prevents recurrence
📞 Clear Your Doubts – Get the Right Treatment at the Right Time
If you are scared due to myths about piles surgery, consult a specialist and get accurate medical guidance.
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👨⚕️ Dr. Ankur Bhanushali – General & Laparoscopic Surgeon
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