When should piles, fistulas and polyps be operated upon? When there is repeated bleeding or when the piles become markedly inflamed, ulcerate or cause interference with bowel function. All fistulas and polyps should be removed. What are the after-effects? There are no permanent after effects following the removal of piles. After care frequently extends for a period of six to seven weeks until the rectum returns to completely normal function. As a matter of fact, most patients are more grateful for the relief they have obtained than one left with piles. There are no aftereffects to the removal of a polyp. It may take several weeks for the wound of an operation for a fissure or fistula to fill in completely. However, following this period of time, there are no untoward aftereffects. How long will it take to recover?   From a pile operation?  1 to 2 months From a fissure operation? 1 to 2 months From a fistula operation  1 to 4 months From a removal of a polyp? Up to 5 days   How soon must the operation be done? If the piles are bleeding repeatedly, they can produce anemia with considerable debility. It is therefore wise to be operated upon within a few weeks after being so advised. If the piles are strangulated, badly inflamed, or ulcerated, they should be attended to immediately. Fissures and fistulas can be taken care of at a time mutually agreeable to you and surgeon. However, operation should not be delayed longer than 2-3 months. Polyps should be removed as soon as possible after their discovery, purely as a prophylactic measure. Are these operations dangerous? No. They are considered among the most minor of all operations. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | MAIN PAGE