Diverticulitis. Do I Have It, Or, Do I Have Something Else? It seems as if everyone has either had diverticulitis or knows someone who has had diverticulitis. In reality, many illnesses can masquerade as diverticulitis. Patients visit the colon and rectal surgeon, also known as a proctologist, informing the doctor of a diagnosis of diverticulitis.
Anal Warts. Postoperative Pain Management. The reasons for performing procedures to remove anal warts and condyloma can range from mild discomfort to a severe pain. The reasons are also based on the location and extent of the disease. Various techniques for treatment include topical medication, excision or cauterization. When excision or cauterizing is performed, patients
Your Colonoscopy. Why You Should Want To Have Your Colon Checked. It may be an undesirable rite of passage when turning 50, to schedule your first colonoscopy. Many people avoid the supposedly uncomfortable procedure by delaying it just a bit longer or just skipping it entirely. However, evidence proves that screening for colorectal cancer, the
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If You Have Hemorrhoids, Topical Cream May Help Hemorrhoids. They are not exactly a dinner table topic. Few people talk about their symptoms or bring the topic up in social settings. However, more people suffer from the burning, itching, and discomfort of hemorrhoids than you might realize. An estimated 50 percent of all adults have
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Blood in Your Stool Is the Most Common Sign of a Ruptured Hemorrhoid Noticing blood in your stool can be a frightening experience. If you’re like most people, you probably did a quick Google search and may now worry you suffer from a serious, devastating condition. The good news is, you’ve found your way here
OLD AGE IS NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART. I am an older American (insert your own age here.) I only plan so far into the future (insert your own days, weeks, months or years, here). Should I roll the dice and undergo colorectal screening? (insert your own craps table strategy here). There are different
Symptoms If you have a colon abscess caused by diverticulitis, you might not know it right away. The initial symptoms may feel like the flu. Diarrhea or constipation, lack of appetite, fever, and chills can sometimes be an indicator of a diverticular abscess. But if you have severe pain or pressure in your lower abdomen,
Colonoscopy, Barium Enema, Virtual Colonoscopy The colon is often the site of development of overgrowth of the lining called polyps. Polyps are usually benign and harmless. However, polyps can transform into colon cancers and it is for this reason that your doctor may recommend a screening test to evaluate the colon lining. If you need
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