Dr. Samhitha Reddy
Consultant Proctologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon
MBBS, MS, FMAS, FISCP, DMAS
- 8 Yrs
- ASCRS Member
Laser treatment for piles: what the day looks like
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Dr. Samhitha Reddy, MS, FISCPConsultant Proctologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Last reviewed · 6 min read
Laser haemorrhoidoplasty is a day-care procedure. For most people that means arriving in the morning and being home the same evening.
How the day runs
1
Admission and preparation
You arrive fasting, complete admission, and meet the anaesthetist. Pre-operative checks take about an hour.
2
The procedure
Laser energy is applied through a small probe to shrink the pile from the inside. There are no external cuts, and it usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.
3
Recovery and discharge
You are observed for a few hours, encouraged to eat and pass urine, and discharged with pain relief and stool softeners.
Dr. Samhitha Reddy
Consultant Proctologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon
MBBS, MS, FMAS, FISCP, DMAS
8 YrsASCRS Member
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- Expect mild discomfort rather than sharp pain
- A little spotting is normal
- Start stool softeners the same evening
- Walk short distances rather than sitting for long stretches
- Most desk workers return within three to five days
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Daycare procedures, cashless insurance, and consultations seven days a week at Gachibowli.
Frequently asked questions
Is laser treatment painful?
Considerably less than open surgery, because there is no external wound. Most people describe pressure and mild soreness rather than pain.
Is it covered by insurance?
Usually yes, as a day-care procedure. Our insurance desk confirms cashless approval before admission.
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Published · Last reviewed · Next review due March 2027
This article is published for general education. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an in-person consultation. If you are worried about a symptom, please speak to a qualified doctor.
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