Hemorrhoids are an uncomfortable condition that most people have dealt with at least once in their lives. In this blog, we’ll answer some common questions about hemorrhoids, such as: how long should a hemorrhoid last before going to the doctor, what happens if you let a hemorrhoid go untreated, and can a doctor do anything for a hemorrhoid?
In this blog, we will answer some common patient questions we hear at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay: how serious is a thrombosed hemorrhoid, what is the fastest way to heal a thrombosed hemorrhoid, and how long does it take for a thrombosed hemorrhoid to go away? If you are struggling with hemorrhoids and think you might have a thrombosed hemorrhoid, don’t hesitate to contact our office in the Tampa Bay area.
Also known as diverticular disease, diverticulosis is a condition in which pockets develop in the colon. These pockets can trap stool, making it extremely important for patients to maintain regularity. In this post, we’ll take a look at some common questions we hear at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay: is a high-fiber diet good for diverticulosis, what is the best fiber for diverticulosis, and what is a good lunch for diverticulosis?
Depending on the severity or stretch of the cancer when it is discovered, your specialist may recommend you for rectal cancer surgery in order to remove the cancerous cells. At Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay, our colorectal specialists offer three different types of rectal cancer surgery: the LAR, the APR, and the Local Excision surgery to remove cancerous tissue. Let’s go over each of these to find out how they function and what benefits they offer.
IPBS can be a very frustrating, sometimes embarrassing, condition that seems to come and go in waves. For some patients, IBS symptoms can even disrupt sleep and cause insomnia. In this post, we’ll answer the following questions about IBS that we hear all the time: how can I calm my IBS at night, how do you sleep with an IBS flare-up, and why are my IBS symptoms worse at night?
Anal Fissures affect both men and women mostly from the ages of 20-40; however, anyone can develop anal fissures if the circumstances are right. In this post, we’ll take a look at the symptoms and risk factors of anal fissures, and answer a few common questions: what happens if a fissure goes untreated, how long do anal fissures usually last, and can anal fissures heal on their own?
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.
If you’re one of many individuals wondering “how do I know if I have Crohn’s disease,” you’ve come to the right place. Here at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay, we specialize in colorectal issues like this. In this post, we’ll help you understand what causes Crohn’s disease and answer a question you might have about your own health: how do you rule out Crohn’s disease?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome tends to affect some patients differently than others. Those with chronic diarrhea may be at higher risk of dehydration, a dangerous place to be in while pregnant. Due to dehydration, IBS during pregnancy can lead to decreased amniotic fluids, urinary tract infections, Braxton Hicks contractions, and even preterm labor.
If you are experiencing symptoms or discomfort in areas related to the lower digestive tract, including your colon, rectum, or anus, your primary care doctor or gastroenterologist may refer you to a colorectal specialist. That’s all well and good, but you may find yourself wondering what is a colorectal specialist? Below, we’ll discuss what makes a colorectal specialist different from other doctors in the field, what they treat, what makes a good colorectal specialist, and more.
Hemorrhoids are an uncomfortable condition in which blood vessels around the anal opening become swollen. Sometimes, internal hemorrhoids can slip out of the anus, causing extreme pain when sitting or standing for long periods of time. In this post, we’ll take a look at some common questions: how do you help someone with hemorrhoids, how do you calm a hemorrhoid flare-up, and how do you comfort someone with hemorrhoids?
Some women have gastrointestinal issues that worsen and become more prominent during pregnancy. This may be due to increased hormone levels, but it may also be a result of the decreasing space in the body cavity for all of the internal organs. In this post, we’ll take a look at some common pregnancy woes - specifically gastrointestinal ones. We’ll also answer some common questions you might have: can pregnancy cause IBS symptoms, what does pregnancy gastritis feel like, and what helps digestive problems during pregnancy?
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that affects between 25 and 45 million Americans, making it a common disease. If you suffer from IBS, you’ll know that patients with this condition go through recurring phases of abdominal discomfort, and sometimes severe pain, that appears with other symptoms. These symptoms vary from patient to patient, and tend to be most disruptive during an “attack.”
Affecting more than 1.6 million Americans, inflammatory bowel diseases cause painful symptoms that make living life difficult sometimes. Of these IBDs, Crohn’s disease may be the worst. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some common patient questions: what is the life expectancy of someone with Crohn’s disease, what are the worst symptoms of Crohn's disease, and does Crohn’s get worse with age?
