Haemorrhoid treatment ranges from simple lifestyle changes to rubber band ligation, the Rafaelo® procedure, THD® and day-case haemorrhoidectomy, with the option chosen according to symptom severity rather than applied by default. Mr Kimble provides the full pathway in Torquay, and most patients never need an operation.
What are haemorrhoids?
Haemorrhoids (piles) are swollen blood vessels in and around the back passage that commonly cause bleeding, itching, discomfort or a lump. They are extremely common and often settle without treatment, but any bleeding should be assessed to rule out other causes.
Symptoms worth getting checked
- Bright red bleeding when you go
- Itching or irritation
- A lump or swelling
- Discomfort or aching
- Mucus discharge
- A feeling of not fully emptying
Your treatment options
Mr Kimble offers the complete pathway and always recommends the least invasive option likely to work for you. Most people never need an operation.
Simple changes to diet, fluids and toileting habits, with creams or ointments, often all that’s needed for milder symptoms.
A quick, non-surgical clinic procedure that treats the haemorrhoid with a small band, usually painless and done in minutes.
A modern, minimally invasive treatment using radiofrequency energy, designed for rapid recovery and minimal downtime.
For more advanced cases, a day-case surgical procedure, always fully explained beforehand and only when it’s genuinely the best option.
Recovery & aftercare
Most treatments are day-case, so you’ll go home the same day. Mr Kimble and his team give you clear, written aftercare advice and a direct point of contact — and you’ll have structured follow-up to make sure you’re healing well and comfortably.
While haemorrhoids are usually harmless, any bleeding from the back passage should be checked by a specialist to rule out other causes. Booking an assessment gives you peace of mind.
