Piles, fissure and related complaints

About this condition

These are complaints around the anal region that commonly cause pain, itching or bleeding, often alongside constipation or long periods of sitting. They are extremely common and nothing to feel awkward about discussing.

How a consultation works

The doctor asks about your bowel habit, diet and how long the symptoms have been present, and examines you privately. Some cases in this group need a surgeon rather than medicine, and the doctor will refer you if that is what your case calls for. Bleeding should always be examined rather than self-treated.

This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a treatment plan, and no outcome is promised. Please consult the doctor about your own case. If your symptoms are severe or sudden, seek medical care straight away.