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How To Know If You Have a Fistula: Anal Fistula Diagnosis

How To Know If You Have a Fistula: Anal Fistula Diagnosis

Here at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay, we specialize in various diseases that affect the anal canal, opening, and the rest of the bowel. If you have struggled with anal abscesses in the past, you may likely develop an anal fistula at some point in your life. Let’s take a look at what anal fistulas are, how they are diagnosed, and how serious they can be.

4 Anorectal Conditions Treated At The Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay

4 Anorectal Conditions Treated At The Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay

At Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay, our colorectal specialists treat a myriad of intestinal, rectal, and colorectal conditions. People with a wide range of issues can seek treatment from our specialists for everything from complex diseases like colorectal cancer to other colorectal ailments including inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), diverticulitis, and much more. Below, we take a look at 4 anorectal diseases we treat, including what they are and how they are best treated.

Surgical Options For Anal Fistula Treatment

Surgical Options For Anal Fistula Treatment

Anal fistulas can be an uncomfortable ailment with sometimes painful symptoms persisting. The good news is your colorectal specialist can use a number of surgeries to treat anal fistulas. In this article we will explore the different ways you can treat an anal fistula using surgery.

Anal Fistula Treatment: How To Get Rid Of An Anal Fistula

Anal Fistula Treatment: How To Get Rid Of An Anal Fistula

Perhaps your primary care doctor suspects you have an anal fistula and has referred you to a specialist. Or maybe you are displaying common symptoms of an anal fistula. You may be anxiously waiting to hear more about the diagnosis and its treatment.  And it’s likely you don’t have a detailed idea of what an anal fistula is. Below, we’ll help you answer some of the many questions you might about anal fistulas, including how they are diagnosed, the preferred treatment, and more.

Understanding the Difference Between An Anal Fissure and Anal Fistula

Understanding the Difference Between An Anal Fissure and Anal Fistula

Anal fissure and anal fistula may sound similar because of their names. Surprisingly, other than the fact that they are issues that originate near the anus, these two conditions are very different. The main distinguishing factors between an anal fissure and an anal fistula are the cause of the issue, the symptoms present, the extent of the issue, and the treatment needed to provide relief.  Below, we will take a deep dive into these variances between each condition. 

Everything You Need To Know About Anal Fistulas

Everything You Need To Know About Anal Fistulas

One fairly common problem our colorectal specialists treat at the Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay is the presence of anal fistulas. This condition is not widely common amongst most individuals, but when it does present itself, it must be treated by a professional. Read more to learn everything you need to know about anal fistulas.