What are hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are vascular (blood filled) pads in the anal area. Typically everyone is born with three internal hemorrhoids. Overtime hemorrhoids may become abnormal and cause symptoms of pain, bleeding, leakage, itching,and swelling.
 
How did I get these abnormal hemorrhoids?
Prolonged straining with bowel movements, pregnancy, constipation, diarrhea, obesity, standing or sitting for long periods,and lifting, all contribute to the likelihood of developing hemorrhoids.

How common are hemorrhoids ?
Hemorrhoids are very common in both males and females. By the age of fifty about 50% of people will encounter problems with hemorrhoids that will require treatment.
 
What is IRC treatment for hemorrhoids?
Infrared Coagulation (IRC) is a non surgical procedure that coagulates the blood vessels around the hemorrhoid, causing it to shrink. It is an FDA approved painless, safe and effective method for treating hemorrhoid problems.

What else can I do to minimize my hemorrhoid problem?
Eat a diet that is high in fiber and contains lots of fruits and vegetables. Exercise regularly and maintain as close to an ideal body weight as possible. Drink plenty of liquids including lots of water. Avoid or minimize straining when having a bowel movement.
 
Can hemorrhoids come back?
IRC has been used to treat thousands of patients over many years with excellent results. Patients who have their hemorrhoids treated with IRC and that follow all the instructions usually do very well.
 
What is an Anal Fissure ?
A small split, crack, or tear in the anal lining is called a fissure. Only an anal examination by a physician can diagnose anal fissures. Anal fissures can be very, very painful and cause rectal bleeding.
 
What causes a fissure?
Constipation, diarrhea, chronic anal irritation, and childbirth can lead to fissures.
 
What are common symptoms of fissures?
Painful bowel movements and bleeding are the most common symptoms