Can I have haemorrhoid surgery if my episiotomy wound hasn't recovered?

Doctor's Answer

It is very uncommon for a lady to need haemorrhoid surgery while recovering from childbirth and episiotomy. I usually recommend conservative treatments that allay the symptoms from haemorrhoids during the early post-childbirth period as the pelvic floor tends to be swollen.

When the pelvic floor is swollen, the haemorrhoids arppear larger than usual. With the conservative treatment, most ladies will notice the haemorrhoids recover spontaneously and many do not require surgery at all. In the rare case that the haemorrhoids requires surgery, it can be performed safely if the surgeon is experienced in dealing with swollen pelvic and haemorrhoid tissue.

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