Hi there, I'm looking for some advice on what to do about my sentinel piles from people who have been through surgery.
I'm currently suffering from a nasty anal fissure and my sentinel piles (had them for as long as I can remember) have seriously swelled up much to my embarrassment and discomfort. People describe pea shaped piles, but mine are much, much larger than that.
I'm a healthy 23 year old female and am trying to decide whether I should undergo surgery to fix my fissure and remove the piles. I've seen a specialist about my fissure before and he said to visit him again if they become worse. They have become much worse, to the point where I am almost scared to eat anything. I'm booked in for another appointment with him for a couple weeks time.
I've heard some horror stories, but I'd appreciate some experienced advice on whether to remove them or not, considering my age and the severity of the piles. Thank you.