Infrared photocoagulation also known as coagulation therapy is a non-invasive medical procedure used to eliminate haemorrhoids that are small and medium in size. This method is only for internal haemorrhoids. During this procedure, the physician uses a device that emits a beam of infrared light. The idea is that the infrared radiations with the fascicle treat packets of haemorrhoids. The heat produced by the infrared light can cause scar tissues. This then cuts off blood supply to the internal haemorrhoids. This makes the haemorrhoid die and a scar forms on the linings of the anal canal. It takes about 10-15 minutes to perform and after that, the patient is all set to go home. There is no need for administration of anaesthetics since the procedure is painless.
The procedure can be done again in 12-14 days just in case the patient needed a larger number of packets with haemorrhoids that cannot be treated altogether. After the procedure, you may feel fullness in your lower abdomen or you may feel the need to go for a bowel movement. It is the most effective technique to use when it comes to removing multiple small internal haemorrhoids. This procedure may be done with other devices as well. Laseror electrical current, also helps to cut off a haemorrhoid’s blood supply. This is safe for pregnant women as well.
After treatment, you may experience, do or expect these things. You will have bleeding in the anus for about seven to ten days. When the haemorrhoids fall off, bleeding will start to show. However, it will be light and will stop on its own. You can use pain relievers. You can also sit on a tub of warm water for about fifteen minutes to help alleviate the pain and discomfort. It is also known as Hot sitz bath. It will return blood supply to your anal area and will promote healing. To avoid the risk of bleeding, avoid aspirin and other NSAIDs or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for about four to five days before and after the medical procedure.
Generally, physicians will tell you that you may take stool softeners that specifically contain fiber to make your bowel movements strain free and soft. If you strain during your bowel movement or defecation, haemorrhoids can in fact come back at some point if you do not take precautions.
Infrared Photocoagulation and anal fissure has no clear relevance in terms of the efficacy of the treatment. There is no written co-relation between the two as of today. However, basing the possible effects of Infrared Photocoagulation in relation to haemorrhoids, one may conclude that it will be a possible treatment modality for anal fissure due to the heat it gives off. In the medical field, heat dilates things especially blood vessels. In anal fissure, the tears and cuts can heal on their own, considering there won’t be major factors to worsen the damages. Heat can dilate; thus, making the blood vessels accommodate blood supply and in return, may promote wound healing.
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