In the field of medicine, it’s often taken for granted how common some conditions are, while others are much rarer in presentation. While you and your doctor may want to assume that anal itching and bleeding after a bowel movement is simply caused by hemorrhoids, it would be a disservice to not address other potential conditions. The likelihood may be lower, but patients should know what to look for.
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.
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.
