Is a mixed hemorrhoidal thrombosis external hemorrhoid serious?

Written by Chen Tian Jing
Colorectal Surgery
Updated on September 03, 2024
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When thrombotic external hemorrhoids are combined with mixed hemorrhoids, the situation is generally not severe. However, if it is in the acute phase, it needs to be dealt with as soon as possible. During the acute phase of thrombotic external hemorrhoids, there is severe pain in the local area of the anus, accompanied by swelling. The patient feels restless and the pain is unbearable, and thrombectomy surgery needs to be performed as soon as possible. If mixed hemorrhoids with thrombosis do not affect the patient's life, methods such as using anal plugs, hemorrhoid suppositories, or applying hemorrhoid cream to the anus can be used. Additionally, attention should be paid to not strain too much during bowel movements, as excessive straining can cause more severe congestion and swelling in the hemorrhoidal nucleus in the local area of the anus, thereby aggravating the condition of thrombotic external hemorrhoids.

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What does an external hemorrhoid look like?

External hemorrhoids are hypertrophic protrusions of the skin around the anal margin, forming skin tags, or expansions of the subcutaneous venous plexus, where blood flow stagnates and thromboses form, or other raised lesion-like abnormalities appear. Based on histopathological characteristics, external hemorrhoids can be categorized into four main types: connective tissue-type, thrombotic-type, varicose-type, and inflammatory external hemorrhoids. Connective tissue-type external hemorrhoids primarily consist of hypertrophic protrusions of the anal margin skin tags, also known as skin tag external hemorrhoids. Varicose-type external hemorrhoids, also known as venous cluster-type external hemorrhoids, occur when the venous plexus below the dentate line expands and twists, forming venous clusters. Inflammatory external hemorrhoids are a condition where pre-existing skin tag external hemorrhoids develop inflammatory changes. Thrombotic-type external hemorrhoids are a type of anal disease that occurs due to bleeding from the hemorrhoidal veins or the formation of thromboses in the skin around the anus.

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How to treat thrombotic external hemorrhoids?

The treatment of thrombosed external hemorrhoids generally falls into two categories: first, conservative treatment; second, surgical treatment. Small lumps can be treated conservatively, and after 2-3 days, the thrombus can be absorbed, the pain can be significantly reduced, and self-healing is possible. However, larger lumps may erode on the surface, causing bleeding and severe pain that can impede walking and cause discomfort while sitting or lying down. In such cases, thrombectomy may be necessary.

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Will external hemorrhoids affect sexual life?

External hemorrhoids generally do not affect sexual life. External hemorrhoids mainly refer to hemorrhoids that grow below the dentate line, primarily divided into connective tissue external hemorrhoids, varicose external hemorrhoids, inflammatory external hemorrhoids, and thrombosed external hemorrhoids. The main clinical manifestations of the first three types of external hemorrhoids are a foreign body sensation in the anus and moisture at the anus, so they do not affect sexual life. Only thrombosed external hemorrhoids can cause anal pain, which might affect sexual life if the pain is very severe.

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How are thrombosed external hemorrhoids formed?

The formation of thrombosed external hemorrhoids is mainly related to local congestion pressure in the anal area and excessive filling of submucosal blood vessels, especially after the patient abstains from spicy and irritating food, excessive defecation, and excessive fatigue. This condition becomes more prominent. Once thrombosed external hemorrhoids form, they are generally accompanied by the formation of skin tags and internal hemorrhoids in the anal area, and the external hemorrhoids enclose a blood clot. When the blood clot becomes congested or swollen, the patient will experience significant pain or distension. Once thrombosed external hemorrhoids have formed, it is crucial to treat them early to avoid necrosis caused by prolonged and repeated congestion and edema. Treatment options include using local medications for hot compresses or application to alleviate symptoms, or performing surgery to excise and remove the blood clots.

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How long does it take to recover after external hemorrhoidectomy?

External hemorrhoids are mainly classified into inflammatory external hemorrhoids, thrombotic external hemorrhoids, connective tissue external hemorrhoids, and varicose vein external hemorrhoids. Regardless of the type, the primary treatment method is surgical removal. After the hemorrhoids are excised, the perianal area generally does not bleed when passing stools for the first two to three days, and the patient can usually go home in about 7 days. For complete recovery to the pre-condition state, it is estimated to take between 20 days to a month.