“Is piles a lifelong condition?”

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“Is piles a lifelong condition?”

I have recently been diagnosed with piles and I am currently treating it with medication. Is it a lifelong condition?

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**Mr. Micheal Snyder** Proctologist Houston, TX · Accepted Answer

Mr. Micheal Snyder Proctologist Houston, TX

If you can modify your diet to minimize pressure in the anus the tissue will change back to more normal and the symptoms and piles resolve over time.

**Dr. Gokhan Ozuner** Colon and Rectal Surgeon Cleveland, OH · Accepted Answer

Dr. Gokhan Ozuner Colon and Rectal Surgeon Cleveland, OH

It pretty much is. Symptoms wax and wane.

**Dr. Bradley Bennett** Colon & Rectal Surgeon Rockville, MD · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bradley Bennett Colon & Rectal Surgeon Rockville, MD

Yes hemorrhoids are generally a lifelong problem.

**Dr. Harvey Shub** Colon and Rectal Surgeon Orlando, FL · Accepted Answer

Dr. Harvey Shub Colon and Rectal Surgeon Orlando, FL

No, it is not lifelong. Hemorrhoids can be treated surgically and cured.