COLORECTAL SURGERY BLOG

Hemorrhoids typically aren’t life threatening, but they can be rather uncomfortable. They’re also very common, affecting about half of all adults before they reach age 50. This is, in part, due to the fact that many people spend long hours sitting both on the job and at home.  Hemorrhoids are one of the most common

Hemorrhoidal tissue is a normal part of everyone’s anatomy; everyone has these veins. In some people, though, they become enlarged. This leads to pain, irritation and sometimes bleeding. Reports indicate that about 40 percent of adults in the United States suffer from this condition. Many people fear not only the pain and itching associated with

Even though you may not recognize the word, you have probably heard of someone having an esophagogastroduodenoscopy. This procedure is more commonly known as an EGD, an upper GI, a gastroscopy or simply an endoscopy. While there are a number of procedures that utilize the flexible, lighted instrument equipped with a camera, the EGD is

Human Papilloma Virus.  HPV.  Not Your Friend. All diseases have causes.  Some we can see.  Some are invisible.  The invisible diseases may be caused by bacteria, parasites or viruses.  The human papilloma virus, or HPV is a virus.  And, it can cause disease. HPV has been linked to the development of cervical cancer in women. 

Pilonidal cysts are a fairly common diagnosis, especially in young men. These cysts typically occur at the top of the intergluteal cleft, near the tailbone. They are often found in the cleft itself, between the two sides of the buttocks. Unfortunately, these cysts have a tendency to become painfully infected. If diagnosed early, your proctologist,

Constipation.  Some Easy Remedies. Everybody has difficulty moving their bowels at some time.  Whether this is due to true constipation or due to other factors, help is available.  Importantly, before embarking on taking medications, you should see your proctologist, also known as a colon and rectal surgeon or coloproctologist, to be sure that your difficulties

Everyone has heard that hemorrhoids can bleed, itch, and burn. They may even protrude out of your anus. But what about tailbone pain? Tailbone pain is that sharp or dull discomfort you might feel during prolonged sitting, walking, or sleeping. As it turns out, tailbone pain is one of the most common complaints in our

Why Do I Hurt?  What Is An Anal Fissure? “I have pain.”  “My rear end hurts!”  “It’s killing me!!!”   These are common complaints heard by every proctologist (also known as a colon and rectal surgeon or coloproctologist), every day in big cities. Big cities, stress and anal fissures.  Los Angeles.  Fissures.  All day, all week.

What Does A J Pouch Have To Do With Rectal Cancer or Ulcerative Colitis? The mere mention of rectal cancer or ulcerative colitis (U.C.) sends fear through most people.  And this is understandable.  These diseases, even when cured, come at a high cost to physical and emotional well being.  But, with our innate desire to

Video Transcription: A fissure is nothing more than a cut at the anal verge, or anal opening. The muscle beneath the fissure is very sensitive and is in a state of spasm due to the irritation. A cut in this area exposes the lining to the air and to the surrounding tissues and to anything