Diverticular Disease
We specialize in a variety of disorders of the anus, including:
Colostomy Reversal
An anorectal abscess comes in many forms depending on its location. The abscesses are pockets of tissue filled with pus which can cause painful symptoms.
Colovaginal Fistula
Anal cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the anus, which is the opening at the end of the rectum where stool leaves the body. Anal cancer is uncommon and is often curable. Like other cancers, it can metastasize to other parts of the body, commonly the liver and lungs, although spreading is rare.
Colovesical Fistula
The anus is lined with a thin, delicate tissue called mucosa. An anal fissure is when a tear occurs along the lining, usually toward the end of the anus. Anal fissures are very common in infants but can affect people of any age.
Diverticular Stricture
Small glands are located inside the anus. In some cases, these glands can become blocked and the cavity infected. This is known as an anal abscess, which has a fifty percent chance of becoming an anal fistula. The abscess drains through the skin next to the anus. The fistula then forms a tunnel under the skin and connects with the infected gland.
Lower GI Bleeding
Pruritus ani is itching of the anus and skin around the anus. The intensity of the itchiness increases with moisture, pressure, or rubbing caused by motion or clothing. The discomfort can become intolerable, often accompanied by burning or soreness. About 5% of the US population is estimated to experience this type of discomfort.