COLORECTAL SURGERY BLOG

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a relatively common disease in the United States, where it affects up to 10-15% of the population. IBS on its own is more of an annoying disease because of its unpredictable nature. However, it can become more than a nuisance and cause complications, such as hemorrhoids. In this article, we

Hemorrhoids are a common issue. Most small hemorrhoids go away on their own. But larger hemorrhoids and those that develop complications can persist, causing severe pain and rectal bleeding. In this case, your doctor might advise you on a surgical procedure to treat your hemorrhoids. In this article, we’ll discuss the types of surgery available

Surgery is a scary word. But sometimes, it’s the most effective option out there. If your healthcare provider has recommended surgery for your perianal fistula, you’ve come to the right place. That’s because, in this blog post, we’ll answer all your questions about getting surgery for a perianal fistula. But first, let’s briefly review what

Hemorrhoids are among the most common afflictions of the gastrointestinal system. Among American adults, approximately half will have experienced symptoms of hemorrhoids by age 50. But since they can be an embarrassing condition to talk about, many people want to wait and see if their hemorrhoid symptoms resolve on their own before going to a

Anal skin tags are a common, benign condition that many people get removed for cosmetic reasons. However, sometimes they can become sensitive and cause pain or itching.  If you’re suffering from anal skin tags and wondering what your treatment options are, read on to find out what exactly anal tags are, who gets them, what

Are you suffering from rectal leakage? There’s hope! You’re going to learn how your condition can be treated. You’ll know you’re suffering from rectal leakage, or fecal incontinence, if you’re unable to control your bowel movements, causing your feces (stool) to leak accidentally from your rectum. You may either suffer from passive leakage or an

Chadwick Boseman, the famed actor best known for portraying the title role in Marvel’s “Black Panther” and baseball legend Jackie Robinson in “42,” died after a four-year battle with colon cancer on August 28, 2020. He was 43.  Boseman’s passing came as a shock to fans because of his youth and vibrance–and not only because

While most hemorrhoids heal with just hemorrhoid relief at home, more serious or recurrent cases require in-office treatment or surgical removal. A hemorrhoidectomy used to be the most effective option for most patients, but today more and more people seek alternatives to a traditional hemorrhoid removal procedure. Whatever form of hemorrhoid treatment you need, keep

Get the PDF version of this article When To Call The Surgeon Diverticula are small areas of mucosal herniation through the colonic wall. They are pulsion diverticula or pseudodiverticula containing only the mucosal layer of the colon.  They typically occur in the left colon and sigmoid colon.  As increases in intraluminal pressure and segmentation occur,

One of the few things everyone seems to agree on about the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic is the importance of washing your hands thoroughly and ensuring your children know how to do the same. As surgeons, we have to follow certain techniques to prepare for procedures. While we need to use a surgical scrub to ensure