Hemorrhoids are extremely common in both men and women — yet many people delay treatment out of embarrassment or the belief that symptoms will resolve on their own.
They often don’t.
At Well&You, we offer discreet, minimally invasive treatment options designed to relieve bleeding, pressure, and discomfort — without the long recovery associated with traditional surgery.
What Are Hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the rectum or anus that can be internal or external. They may cause pain, itching, bleeding, or a feeling of pressure. They develop when increased strain puts pressure on pelvic veins and can affect both men and women, though risk factors vary.
Common contributing factors include:
Hemorrhoids affect both men and women — though the risk factors may differ.
You may benefit from evaluation if you experience:
Persistent bleeding should always be evaluated.
Diagnosis begins with a careful review of your symptoms and medical history.
Your evaluation may include:
This helps determine whether symptoms are caused by hemorrhoids or another condition requiring different treatment.
Well&You focuses on minimally invasive treatments designed to relieve symptoms and reduce swollen veins without traditional surgical hemorrhoidectomy whenever possible.
Most treatments are performed in an outpatient setting.
Hemorrhoid Artery Embolization (HAE)
For patients with persistent or severe hemorrhoids, Hemorrhoid Artery Embolization (HAE) offers a minimally invasive alternative to surgical removal.
HAE is a catheter-based procedure that reduces blood flow to the arteries supplying the hemorrhoids. By targeting the source of swelling, the veins gradually shrink — relieving bleeding and pressure without removing tissue.
This approach treats the underlying vascular cause rather than surgically excising hemorrhoids.
Why Patients Choose HAE
- No general anesthesia required
- No hospitalization
- Performed in an outpatient setting
- Short recovery time
- Maintains continence
- No surgical incisions in the anal canal
- Avoids the long, painful recovery associated with hemorrhoidectomy
- Proven effective in multiple clinical studies
Most patients return home the same day.
Hemorrhoid Artery Embolization (HAE) | Traditional Surgical Hemorrhoidectomy |
| Minimally invasive | Surgical tissue removal |
| No general anesthesia | Typically requires anesthesia |
| No anal incisions | Surgical wounds in sensitive tissue |
| Lower risk of complications | Higher post-operative pain |
| Short recovery time | Longer, painful recovery |
| Maintains continence | Risk of functional complications |
Hemorrhoid treatment may be covered by insurance when symptoms are significant or recurrent. Well&You works with most major insurance plans, including Medicare when appropriate.
Our Patient Navigators help you:
You can learn more by visiting our Insurance & Coverage page.
You may benefit from evaluation if you:
Hemorrhoids often worsen if underlying pressure or venous congestion continues. Without treatment, they may:
The longer symptoms persist, the more inflamed veins may become. Early treatment can reduce discomfort and prevent complications that require more invasive procedures.
Patients receiving hemorrhoid treatment at Well&You often report:
Results vary based on severity, but many women are relieved to learn that effective outpatient options are available.
If hemorrhoid symptoms are affecting your comfort or quality of life, you don’t have to continue managing them alone. Early evaluation can help you understand your options and move forward with confidence.
