Let’s face it, constipation happens. In fact, constipation is extremely common among all ages and populations in the U.S., with 16 out of 100 adults experiencing symptoms of constipation at one point or another. While some forms of constipation are unavoidable, others can be alleviated with lifestyle, diet changes, or other forms of treatment such as medication. Below, we discuss why constipation happens and six common causes of constipation.
Discomfort in the bathroom is often the first sign of something more serious. Most of the time hemorrhoids are to blame, but it’s possible that your symptoms could point to another issue: anal fissures. While the two conditions are different, they can present similar symptoms. Below we will look at the main differences between hemorrhoids and anal fissures.
Countrywide, awareness efforts about colorectal cancer have yielded positive results. Every year the mortality rate decreases and early detection continues to grow. Yet, this favorable news only applies to cases where patients are over the age of 50, i.e. “regular-onset colorectal cancer”. In contrast, the rate of young-onset colorectal cancer is on the rise. Currently, 11% of colon cancer diagnoses and 18% of rectal cancer diagnoses occur in people younger than 50.
While colon and rectal disorders aren’t usually a hot topic of conversation, gastrointestinal issues are more common than you may think. The symptoms for digestive conditions are broad and the severity ranges from mild discomfort to long-term health complications. Here are five common digestive conditions, their symptoms, treatments and what you should do if you suspect that you suffer from any of these.
As the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States, colorectal cancer is a serious health issue. Luckily, 60% of colon cancer deaths are preventable by early detection and regular screening. Learn how you can make testing easy with DIY stool tests for colon cancer that you can take at home.
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.
Diverticulitis is a gastrointestinal condition that commonly affects people over the age of 40 and can cause severe abdominal pain and other unpleasant symptoms. Today we’re walking you through everything you need to know about the stages of diverticulitis, what causes diverticulitis, and some common diverticulitis statistics.
Your hemorrhoid doctor may recommend one of two options for the removal of hemorrhoids: hemorrhoid banding or a hemorrhoidectomy, depending on your unique needs. In this blog, we will discuss the differences of each, including what makes a person a good candidate for one over the other.
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.
Although it’s one of the most common GI disorders in existence, IBS often goes undiagnosed, and although many people may have heard about the condition, oftentimes they’re unsure what IBS really is or how seriously the disease can impact your life. As we close out the month of April, we wanted to share a few eye-opening facts about IBS that everyone should be aware of.
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!
