Hemorrhoid

Hemorrhoids can develop due to hereditary factors, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive stool retention, constipation resulting from suppressing the urge to defecate, hard stools due to diarrhea, a low-fiber and low-fluid diet, as well as being overweight, pregnancy, and diseases such as liver disease, rectal inflammation, and tumors (cancer), which can also promote the development of hemorrhoids.

Symptoms of hemorrhoids:
The expansion of hemorrhoids can lead to protrusion, mucus or slimy stool due to discharge, itching, inflammation, and bloody stool, as well as pain caused by hemorrhoids. In more advanced stages, hemorrhoids can protrude from the rectum, potentially becoming trapped, leading to ulceration, or, as a result of inflammation or infection, polyp-like growths may develop on them.

Hemorrhoid treatment and healing:
During examinations, we often find that the inadequate coordination of the diaphragm, abdominal, pelvic floor, and sphincter muscles can significantly increase intra-abdominal and pelvic pressure, whether during defecation or even while breathing improperly. This, in the long term, can lead to the development of hemorrhoids.

The ideal treatment and follow-up care depend not only on the type of hemorrhoids but also on other issues, life circumstances, lifestyle, expectations, and possibilities.

Rectal Fissure

A rectal fissure is a longitudinal tear in the anal ring that is difficult to heal or may not heal at all. The formation of a fissure is significantly influenced by hard stools, recurrent diarrhea, certain food intolerances (primarily lactose intolerance), or possibly an unknown inflammatory bowel disease. Stress is also an important contributing factor.

The condition characterized by intense, constant, stabbing pain and bleeding is significantly influenced by the increased tone and tension of the anal sphincter. As a result, the fissure tears open again and again with each bowel movement. Prolonged existence of the fissure can lead to narrowing, scarring, deformation, and permanent damage to the anal sphincter.

Treatment:
The essence of the therapy is to first determine the cause of the fissure. In cases of chronic, non-healing fissures, we remove the growths on the external and internal edges of the fissure with an electric scalpel under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting, providing a chance for healing. We have achieved excellent results in the treatment of rectal fissures at our clinic.

Rectal fistula (fistula):

In the case of a rectal fistula, this tube represents an abnormal connection between the rectum and generally the external surface, the skin.
A végbélsipoly kialakulásáért általában a bélfal izomrétegei között, ritkábban még ennél is mélyebben elhelyezkedő a végbél üregébe nyíló mirigyek gyulladása a felelős.

Symptoms of Rectal Fistula:
Constant itching in the perianal area, skin irritation, burning, painful sensation, inflammation, discharge, and the accompanying unpleasant odor.

Examination of Anal Fistula:
Anal fistulas can be diagnosed using various examination methods.
The type of examination and the tools used depend on the location and current condition of the fistula.

Rectal Abscess

A rectal abscess is the result of an inflammatory process caused by pus-forming bacteria that originate from the glands of the rectum. The inflammation spreads to the connective tissue around the rectum and manifests as a painful, red lump next to the anal opening. The development of a rectal abscess is accompanied by chills and high fever (40-42°C). Contributing factors include poor hygiene, diabetes, immunocompromised states, and injuries around the rectum.

Treatment options:
The inflammation can initially be treated with medication to encourage regression. Fever, chills, increasing pain, and redness in the area indicate that a purulent process has already developed, and in such cases, urgent surgical intervention is necessary. If the surgery is delayed, the rectal abscess can lead to a septic condition affecting the entire body.

Colorectal Surgery

In Hungary, the incidence of colorectal cancers has shown a steep increase. A significant portion of general surgical activity involves the management of benign and malignant diseases of the digestive tract, particularly the small and large intestines.