If you’ve gotten screened for colorectal cancer, whether it was because of symptoms or regular screening, your doctor may find something called a colon polyp. While polyps are common and oftentimes don’t become cancer, they will still usually need to be removed. Below, we will discuss what colon polyps are, what causes colon polyps, and how to treat colon polyps.
At some time in our lives, most of us have experienced constipation. It is a very common condition that can have a number of causes. When we better understand what causes our constipation, the better equipped we’ll be to make the necessary lifestyle changes and find relief. That’s why we’ve laid out the top 5 causes of constipation here for you.
At Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay we are lucky to be led by a team of incredible surgeons: Dr. Francisco Itriago, Dr. In Soon Park, and Dr. Jeffrey Mino. We are so proud to have these wonderful men on our team, and want to take some time to highlight their achievements and help you get to know them a little bit better. So, without further ado, let’s get to know a little more about Dr. Fancisco Itriago!
We understand that for patients, getting colon cancer surgery can be a huge source of unease, and we want to make the process as simple as possible for you by helping you understand exactly what you can expect from your colon cancer surgery process, including what happens during colon cancer surgery and how to prepare for colon cancer surgery.
Today we’re sharing a little bit more about Dr. Jeffrey Mino, our most recent addition to the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay team! We sat down and asked him a couple of questions about life as a colorectal surgeon, his professional accomplishments, and what he loves doing when he’s not in the office. Here are his responses!
As of right now, Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay has canceled all elective cases and will continue to cover strict emergency surgical conditions only. We have canceled office hours for consultations from 3/16 to 3/20. We are closely monitoring the guidelines from the CDC and the hospital systems that we operate out of, and will comply with all recommendations.
The holidays are right around the corner, which means loads of food, days of traveling, and a change in your daily routine. We understand that managing your IBS during this time of year can be tricky, so we’ve put together a guide with our favorite tips for keeping your IBS in check over the holiday season.
According to the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, half of all people in the U.S. over age 60, and nearly everyone over age 80, has at least some diverticula in their colon. While diverticula are not always harmful, they can develop into a condition called diverticulitis if they become irritated. In this article, we will discuss what diverticulitis is, what symptoms it presents, and how it’s treated.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder worldwide. Despite that, many people never seek treatment for their IBS either because they have not been medically diagnosed or because they are unaware that their symptoms even point to IBS. Below, we will discuss 6 IBS diet tips for alleviating the uncomfortable symptoms.
Rectal prolapse, while rare, can be an incredibly uncomfortable condition. Issues related to relieving yourself can be frustrating enough to not want to discuss them with your doctor, but if you suspect something is amiss with your ability to pass normal bowel movements, it’s important to have it checked out. In this article we will answer the questions “what is a rectal prolapse”, “what causes rectal prolapse”, and discuss rectal prolapse symptoms, types of rectal prolapse, and rectal prolapse treatment.
