Complete Guide to Piles Treatment in Pune – Laser vs Open Surgery

What Are Piles (Hemorrhoids)?

Piles, medically known as hemorrhoids, are swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus. They are one of the most common anorectal conditions affecting adults, with studies suggesting that nearly 75% of people will experience piles at some point in their lives.

At Sunrise Piles Hospital, Wakad, Pune, we see patients from all over the PCMC region — Wakad, Pimple Saudagar, Hinjewadi, Baner, Ravet, and beyond — who have been suffering silently for months or years, not realising that a simple, painless laser procedure can provide permanent relief.

Types of Piles

Internal Piles

Internal piles develop inside the rectum. They are not visible and usually not painful, but they can cause bleeding during bowel movements. They are classified into four grades based on severity.

External Piles

External piles form under the skin around the anus. They can be painful, especially when a clot (thrombus) forms inside — this is called a thrombosed external hemorrhoid.

Grades of Piles

Internal piles are graded 1 to 4. Understanding the grade is essential because it determines the best treatment approach.

Symptoms of Piles

Many patients ignore symptoms for months out of embarrassment. Early treatment leads to much better outcomes. Common symptoms include:

• Bright red bleeding during or after bowel movements (most common symptom)
• Pain, discomfort, or soreness around the anus
• Itching or irritation in the anal region
• A lump or swelling around the anus
• Feeling of incomplete bowel emptying
• Mucus discharge after passing stool

Causes & Risk Factors

Piles develop when the veins around the anus or lower rectum are stretched under pressure and begin to swell. Common causes include:

• Chronic constipation or straining during bowel movements
• Prolonged sitting, especially on the toilet
• Low-fibre diet
• Pregnancy and childbirth
• Being overweight or obese
• Family history of piles
• Heavy lifting or strenuous exercise
• Chronic diarrhoea

Laser vs Open Surgery: Which Is Better?

This is the most common question patients ask Dr. Jadhav at Sunrise Piles Hospital. The comparison is clear:

Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty (LHP) is the procedure of choice at Sunrise Piles Hospital for Grade 2, 3, and 4 piles. The laser energy precisely coagulates the hemorrhoidal tissue, shrinking it — with no cuts, no stitches, and minimal post-operative discomfort.

The Laser Procedure at Sunrise Piles Hospital

Here's what to expect when you choose laser piles treatment with Dr. Jadhav:

1. Consultation & diagnosis — A thorough examination to confirm grade and rule out other conditions.
2. Pre-operative preparation — Basic blood tests and anaesthesia evaluation by our expert team.
3. Procedure — Performed under short general or spinal anaesthesia. Takes 20–40 minutes.
4. Recovery room — 2–4 hours post-procedure observation.
5. Discharge — You go home the same day, typically by afternoon or evening.
6. Follow-up — Review at 1 week and 1 month to ensure complete healing.

Insurance & Cost

At Sunrise Piles Hospital, laser piles treatment is covered by most major health insurance plans and TPA (Third Party Administrator) policies under planned hospitalisation. Our team will assist you with the pre-authorisation process.

For an accurate cost estimate based on your grade of piles, please call us at 9096965217 for a free consultation.

When to See a Doctor

Do not delay treatment. Consult Dr. Jadhav at Sunrise Piles Hospital if you experience:

• Any rectal bleeding, even if minor
• Pain around the anus lasting more than a few days
• A lump that won't go back in
• Significant change in bowel habits
• Symptoms that don't improve with home remedies after 1 week