Haemorrhoids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first degree classification?
A
1st degree - no prolapse but more prominent blood vessels
2
Q
What is the second degree classification?
A
Prolapse that comes down but can be reduced
3
Q
What is the third degree classification?
A
Third degree - prolapse that needs to be pushed up manually
4
Q
What is the fourth degree classification?
A
fourth degree - cannot be reduced, needs surgery
5
Q
Symptoms
A
Blood in sides of pain
Bright red rectal bleeding
Rectal pain
6
Q
Signs
A
Lump on DRE
3/4th may be visible on inspection
7
Q
What are the methods of non-surgical removal?
A
Infrared therapy
Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy
8
Q
Complications?
A
Anaemia
Thrombosis
9
Q
Prognosis
A
Surgery works 80% of the time
