COLORECTAL SURGERY BLOG

The World Health Organization reports colorectal cancer as the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. So far this year, about 106,970 cases of colon cancer have been reported in the US. The expected deaths as a result are about 52,550 — out of which 3,750 will be young adults.

The United States will see more than 150,000 new colon cancer cases in 2023. This makes it one of the most common cancers out there. And so, the importance of getting tested for colon cancer is simply a no-brainer.  Fortunately, for those who want to get tested, some options allow them to get tested without

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal condition that causes dramatic changes in bowel movements, leaving people grappling with bouts of diarrhea, constipation, or a combination of both. In fact, around 70% of IBS patients find that specific foods cause severe cramps, abdominal pain, and other IBS complications that interfere with their daily activities

Hemorrhoids can be annoying and reduce your quality of life, but they can also be dangerous, especially if you’re an older adult. For instance, they can masquerade as colorectal cancer (at the anal region) or anal melanoma, an aggressive form of cancer that can be treated only in the early stages.  So, if you’re feeling

This is a guest post by Eilaf Meenai. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that form around the anus. They can be uncomfortable, painful, and debilitating to live with. And some claim that these swellings are the result of inactivity, which many of us are guilty of nowadays.  But are hemorrhoids a modern problem? The answer is

This is a guest post by Eilaf Meenai. Hemorrhoids are a common medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite this, they often go unnoticed due to the stigma and embarrassment surrounding them.  A few weeks ago, a patient showed up at our out-patient clinic and described having symptoms of hemorrhoids. He mentioned he

Around 1 in 20 Americans and almost half of all individuals experience hemorrhoids by age 50. Plus, women who’ve recently given birth are prone to developing hemorrhoids because of the increased pressure on the blood vessels in the pelvic area during childbirth. And while hemorrhoids are benign, they can have a significant negative impact on

Every year, hemorrhoids affect 42 out of 1,000 Americans — which is around 10.6 million people. However, only 2.5 million go for a physical check-up. And that’s understandable. Hemorrhoids can be embarrassing, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be serious.  In fact, rectal bleeding, dark stools, and severe pain can be signs of issues like

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects around 25 to 45 million people, and two out of three are female. Plus, according to the IFFGD, the disorder costs the economy around $1.5 to $10 billion (excluding over-the-counter drugs and the cost of prescriptions) per year. That’s not all. Irritable bowel syndrome complications also cause people to miss

Most piles last around seven to ten days and go away without any hemorrhoid treatment. However, clotted or thrombosed external hemorrhoids with recurring symptoms can last for weeks or months and cause extreme pain.  These hemorrhoids may cause you to miss days at work, reduce your concentration, lead to productivity losses, and affect your mental