You may need surgery if your hemorrhoid is very large or if you have both external and internal hemorrhoids. Types of surgery for hemorrhoids include Rubber band ligation: The doctor places a small elastic band at the base of hemorrhoid. In a few weeks, hemorrhoids should shrink.

But it should’ve been kept in mind that surgery usually cures hemorrhoids. But the long-term success of hemorrhoid surgery depends a lot on how well you are able to change your daily bowel habits to avoid constipation and straining. About 5 out of 100 people have hemorrhoids that come back after surgery.

Recovery most often takes about 2 weeks, but it can take as long as 3 to 6 weeks to feel like you’re back to normal.