Non Surgical Haemorrhoid Treatment London, Birmingham clinic

The root cause of haemorrhoids is an increased pressure around the abdominal area which can be as a result of different factors such as pregnancy, chronic diarrhoea, obesity, low fibre diets, constipation or it can be due to genetics.

In this blog, we will be covering everything about haemorrhoids, from what they are to information about a new revolutionary no-surgical piles treatment called Rafaelo which is a quick and safe procedure day case procedure.

What are haemorrhoids?

Haemorrhoids/piles are enlarged or swollen blood vessels. The blood vessels affected are located in the lower area of the rectum and anus. Haemorrhoids can cause pain, discomfort or itching.
Although haemorrhoids are not life-threatening they can be a source of ongoing pain, so it’s recommended to treat them.

There are different stages or clinical grades to haemorrhoids:

1st Degree – At this stage, the patient won’t have any pain, maybe some itchiness as there is no prolapse, only bulging blood vessels.
2nd Degree – Patients at this stage do experience sporadic prolapse and suffer from irritation as well as pain.
3rd Degree – At this stage prolapse does appear with strain and often needs to be pushed inwards. Patients will suffer pain, some bleeding and a high level of discomfort at this point.
4th Degree – This is the most severe stage. Patients at this stage suffer from prolapse which cannot be pushed in; severe pain and bleeding are involved.

What are the different types of haemorrhoids?

There are two types of haemorrhoids, internal and external.

External haemorrhoids

External haemorrhoids develop around the anus and can feel like a lump. These types of haemorrhoids are the ones that cause the most discomfort as they expose the skin overlying them become very sensitive and can get irritated easily.

Internal haemorrhoids

Internal haemorrhoids develop in the lower rectum. They are usually painless but tend to bleed. Occasionally internal haemorrhoids can protrude out causing further complications as they tend to collect mucus and stool particles leading to irritation, itchiness and pain in the anus (pruritus ani).

What can cause haemorrhoids?

Haemorrhoids tend to develop when the veins around the anus expand due to excess pressure causing them to swell. The swelling of these veins can be due to several reasons such as pregnancy, prolonged sitting on the toilet, chronic constipation or diarrhoea among others.

Any of these issues contribute to the increase in pressure around the anal canal causing the haemorrhoids to push against the sphincter muscle causing blood, pain and discomfort.

What are the symptoms of haemorrhoids?

The symptoms of haemorrhoids can vary from person to person, however, the most common signs of haemorrhoids include:

Itching and irritation around the anus.
Soreness in the anal region.
Swelling in the anal region.

How can I treat haemorrhoids?

Depending on the stage of your haemorrhoids you may be able to treat them with over-the-counter medication or medication prescribed by your GP.

However, there are many cases of patients who require haemorrhoid treatment to remove them. Unfortunately, the NHS does not routinely provide Haemorrhoid removal procedures and has a very strict criteria checklist that you would have to meet before being offered surgery.

This means many patients are seeking private haemorrhoid treatment. Our team of Consultant Haemorrhoid Specialists are here to help, providing you with a personalised, quick and efficient service.

Why choose The Private Clinic for Haemorrhoid removal treatment?

Expert Colorectal NHS Consultant Surgeons
Our 15 minute, walk-in, walk out Rafaelo procedure is our first choice in haemorrhoid treatment.
No overnight stay.
Free Protoscopy Exam (usually priced at £100-150 at most clinics and private hospitals) included in all clinic consultations.
Treatments are carried out in our discreet clinics or hospitals in Birmingham or London.
24 hour patient helpline direct to your nursing team and surgeon, which means should you have any concerns we are here to help.
Dedicated post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team. We are here to give you the best experience.
The Private Clinic provides patients with a unique comprehensive Patient Guide on Haemorrhoids.
Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound confidence.

Haemorrhoid treatments available at The Private Clinic include:

How can The Private Clinic help you?

We are able to provide private non-surgical haemorrhoid treatment options at our discreet clinics in Birmingham and London.

Our expert Consultant Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgeon, Mr Amit Patel consults and offers treatment at our Birmingham and Manchester Haemorrhoid clinics.

Consultant General and Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgeon, Mr Piero Nastro specialises in all types of haemorrhoid treatments including Rafaelo, THD and Haemorrhoidectomy procedures. He also consults for and treats other colorectal issues such as anal skin tags and anal fissures. His extensive experience ensures you are receiving the best treatment at our London Colorectal treatment clinic.

Our expert surgeons know that living with haemorrhoids can be distressing, and many patients struggle to seek help. They are able to offer a sensitive and empathetic approach and want patients to feel comfortable discussing their symptoms with them. They aim to leave patients feeling confident in their tailored treatment advice which ensures patients have the most appropriate treatment to meet their specific needs.

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Rafaelo Treatment for Haemorrhoids

We offer the Rafaelo Procedure, a revolutionary non-surgical internal haemorrhoid removal treatment which uses radiofrequency technology.

This procedure is performed in-clinic, under local anaesthetic. Radiofrequency is used to reduce the blood flow to the haemorrhoid causing it to shrink and disappear.

This can be a far more effective treatment than the haemorrhoid surgery banding method (rubber band ligation), haemorrhoidectomy or the haemorrhoid stapling.

Rafaelo is an ideal procedure for patients with internal haemorrhoids between the stages of 1-3. However, if you have stage 4 haemorrhoids, Rafaelo may not be the recommended procedure to treat them as it only treats internal haemorrhoids (or haemorrhoids that can be pushed inwards).

Benefits of Rafaelo treatment

Minimal chance of recurrence.
Highly experienced colorectal surgeons who specialise in haemorrhoid removal.
Performed under local anaesthetic.
The procedure only takes 15 Minutes.
It’s an almost painless procedure.
Minimal post-operative pain and aftercare.
Symptoms instantly reduced.
Patients are able to return to daily activities immediately.
No need for overnight stay.

“Piles surgery has traditionally been a painful and highly morbid operation. However, Rafaelo ® has turned this on its head. The immediate advantage is the ability to avoid a general anaesthetic which allows the patient to effectively walk in and walk out of the clinic following treatment. My own patients have had very little in the way of discomfort and initial follow-up results are very pleasing both from a clinical response to treatment and from patient feedback”.
– Mr Amit Patel, Consultant Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgeon, BSc, MD, MBBS, FRCS (Plast.) GMC Number: 4737010

Why should I choose The Private Clinic?

The Private Clinic has over 40 years offering the most advanced and effective treatments achieving outstanding results. We work with highly experienced surgeons, doctors and nurses who are able to provide the best care and aftercare ensuring the patient’s safety and satisfaction every step of the way.

24-hour patient helpline direct to your nursing team and surgeon, which means should you have any concerns we are here to help.
Dedicated post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team.
The Private Clinic’s unique comprehensive Patient Guide on Haemorrhoids.
Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to newfound confidence.
Find out more about the haemorrhoid and other colorectal treatment options we have available at our clinics here.

Helpful links

Read our extensive Rafaelo Procedure FAQs here.
Read our Haemorrhoid FAQs here
Read our Haemorrhoidectomy FAQs here.

To Book a Haemorrhoids Treatment consultation at any of our clinics please call 0333 920 2471 or visit our website for more information about haemorrhoid removal.

In which clinics is the Rafaelo haemorrhoid removal treatment available?

London Haemorrhoid Clinic Harley Street, London

Our London clinic is our flagship clinic and it’s located at 98 Harley Street London W1G 7HZ. The clinic is in a central location close to Holland Park, Chelsea, Hyde Park, St Johns Wood, Mayfair, West End, Belgravia, Fulham Kensington, Earls Court, South Kensington, Bayswater, Knightsbridge, Green Park, Notting Hill, Soho, Battersea, Victoria, Clapham, Marylebone, Regents Park, Primrose Hill, and Fitzrovia.

Mr Piero Nastro, Consultant Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgeon, MD, MRCS, FRCS (Eng) GMC Number 6037215.

Birmingham Haemorrhoid Clinic

Located in the west midlands is our Birmingham clinic, located on 88 Hagley Road, B16 8LU, on the A456 road running off the Five Ways Roundabout in between Highfield Road and Vicarage Road. Our Birmingham clinic is within easy reach from Leamington Spa, Hampton in Arden, Lichfield, Stratford, Sutton Coldfield, Kidderminster, Edgbaston, Solihull, Shrewsbury, and Harborne.

Mr Amit Patel, Consultant Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgeon, BSc, MD, MBBS, FRCS (Plast.) GMC Number: 4737010

Manchester Haemorrhoid Clinic

Consultant Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgeon Mr Amit Patel also holds regular consultation and treatment clinics at our Manchester location. Our Manchester clinic is at 25 Saint John Street, near the Spinningfields district just off of Deansgate Road which runs through the city centre of Manchester. Our Manchester Clinic is easily commutable from surrounding areas including; Hale/Hale Barns, Bowdon, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Leigh, Prestbury, Nantwich, Tarporley, Knutsford, Worsley, Altrincham, Cheadle and Deansgate.