J-pouch surgery has often been viewed in the past as a last resort treatment for ulcerative colitis when all medications have failed. However, this is not necessarily the case. Surgery and medications for ulcerative colitis should be discussed in its early stages. Who is a candidate for J-pouch surgery?
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Among the things most patients consider before choosing their doctor are proximity, insurance acceptance, information on their website, and recommendations from friends and family. When the physician is a specialist, you may just accept the referral from your primary care doctor. Checking to see if they are a board-certified physician may not be something on your radar at first, but should it be? Let’s review some of the benefits of choosing a board-certified doctor.
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Patients with cancer, Crohn’s Disease, a bowel obstruction, bleeding, diverticulitis, or ulcerative colitis may require a colon resection surgery to reduce pain and enhance their quality of life. If you, or someone you know, is scheduled for this type of surgery, read further about what to expect after colon resection surgery.
Read More »What To Expect After Colon Resection SurgeryShould we be moving our bowels every single day? Should we do it at the same time every day? What if we don’t go to the bathroom for two days in a row, is that worrisome? The truth is, what’s normal for one person may not be for another. Let’s define what is normal and when to be concerned about constipation.Read More »When To Be Concerned About Constipation
Colorectal Surgical Associates now offers new solutions to patients who suffer from incontinence thanks to technology advancements in sacral neuromodulation (SNM) therapy from Medtronic. … Read More »Incontinence Treatment Advancements with InterStim
Polyps usually grow on the lining of the colon, but they can develop anywhere in the large intestine. Most polyps are benign growths and have few if any symptoms. Overtime if they become larger, they can become cancerous, and certain symptoms will appear.
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Of the cancers that affect men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common.
Research suggests that the prevalence of this common cancer may be due in part to emulsifiers. Emulsifiers are additives that are used in most processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life. They are present in many of the foods we eat fairly regularly.
According to the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, more than half of the U.S. population will develop hemorrhoids at some point in their life. Since this condition affects so many people, questions about hemorrhoids are common. We compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions regarding hemorrhoids.
Facts about Colorectal Cancer March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, with… Read More »March is Colorectal Awareness Month