
Can A General Physician Help In Diagnosing Piles?

Question: Hi doctor, I have a doubt one of my family member is suffering from piles for the first time can we consult a general physician first or should we take him to a proctologist?
Brief Answer:
You can visit a general physician first.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’.
Thanks for your query.
You can see a general physician first, try soft and high fiber diet and sitz bath. If it still persists then you can meet a proctologist.
I hope this answered your query.
Take care.
Dr. Kampana , General & Family Physician
You can visit a general physician first.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’.
Thanks for your query.
You can see a general physician first, try soft and high fiber diet and sitz bath. If it still persists then you can meet a proctologist.
I hope this answered your query.
Take care.
Dr. Kampana , General & Family Physician
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