Your Options for Treating Crohn’s Disease SurgicallyApr 14, 2025About 80% of people with Crohn’s disease turn to surgery for relief from this inflammatory bowel disease. Here are some of the more common surgical procedures we offer for managing Crohn’s disease.
Colonoscopy: The Most Effective Weapon Against Colorectal CancerMar 18, 2025Did you know that regular colonoscopies can reduce your risks of colorectal cancer death by a whopping 60%? We do, which is why we offer this very important screening here at our practice.
Do I Need Surgery If I Have Diverticulitis?Feb 01, 2025You have a painful flare-up of diverticulitis, and maybe it’s not your first, and you’re wondering whether surgery is the next step. Treating diverticular disease is complex, and while surgery is one solution, it isn’t an inevitable one.
Can Hemorrhoids Go Away on Their Own?Jan 09, 2025It might surprise you to learn that half of people over the age of 50 have hemorrhoids. The good news is that most hemorrhoids resolve on their own, but sometimes they need a higher standard of care.
3 Things We Want You to Know About Colon PolypsDec 09, 2024You hear a lot about the importance of screening for colorectal cancers through a colonoscopy, and colon polyps are exactly what we’re looking for. Here’s a look at what we want you to know about colon polyps.
My Rectal Prolapse Is Getting Worse: Can You Help?Nov 11, 2024In the early stages, rectal prolapse is more of a nuisance, but this condition can quickly turn the corner into a very serious quality of life issue. The good news is that there are solutions, which we explore here.
When Surgery Makes Sense for Your Ulcerative ColitisOct 18, 2024Conditions like ulcerative colitis have a way of controlling your life. While there are many strategies for treating ulcerative colitis, there may come a time when you take back control through surgery.
How We Bring You Relief from a Painful Pilonidal CystSep 17, 2024For such a little bump on your bottom, a pilonidal cyst can create a whole lot of discomfort and pain. The good news is that a quick, in-office procedure should bring you relief from your pilonidal cyst.
5 Signs of an Anal Fistula (and What to Do Next)Aug 13, 2024Your body comes with its own set of entrances, exits, and passageways, and it doesn’t do well when new ones form, which is what occurs with an anal fistula. Here, we review the signs of a fistula and how we can remedy the issue.
5 Benefits of Transanal Endoscopic MicrosurgeryJul 08, 2024Historically, removing a tumor from your rectum has been challenging thanks to a small space filled with other organs. Today, tumor removal has been made far easier with transanal endoscopic microsurgery.
How Chronic Constipation is Connected to Fecal Incontinence Jun 17, 2024Your bowel issues swing from one extreme to the next — from chronic constipation to fecal incontinence — and you wonder whether they’re connected. The answer is likely yes, and we will explore that link here.
Why Treatment Is So Important for Anal WartsMay 11, 2024You might view anal warts as more of an uncomfortable nuisance than anything else, but these small growths can lead to much larger problems, such as infection or even cancer, without proper treatment,
Do Hemorrhoids Go Away on Their Own?Apr 01, 2024For some people, hemorrhoids are a minor nuisance that clears up on their own. For others, hemorrhoids become a nagging and uncomfortable problem that can benefit from a little outside help.
5 Strategies for Colorectal Cancer Prevention Mar 20, 2024When you can take steps to prevent something as serious as cancer, these are steps well worth taking. Here, we review five great practices for colorectal cancer prevention in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Diarrhea and Cramping? It Could Be Crohn’s DiseaseFeb 07, 2024You can go months of feeling just fine, and then, seemingly out of the blue, you’re struggling with diarrhea and no small amount of pain and cramping. You might be dealing with Crohn’s disease.
8 Possible Causes of Rectal BleedingJan 16, 2024It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t developed rectal bleeding at some point in their lives. As a symptom, rectal bleeding can be perfectly normal or signal a larger problem. Let’s take a look.
How Often Should You Get a Colonoscopy?Dec 08, 2023You’re committed to staying one step ahead of your health, which means undergoing important screenings like colonoscopies. Here are some good rules of thumb on how often you should get a colonoscopy.
What You Need to Know About Preparing For Your ColonoscopyNov 02, 2023You’re making a smart move to safeguard your health and having us perform a colonoscopy. If this is your first time, here’s a look at how you can make the preparation process go as smoothly as possible
Colonoscopy vs. Stool-Based Tests: What is the Best Way to Detect Colon Cancer?Oct 01, 2023Colorectal cancers are the third most common cancer among men and women (outside of skin cancer), so it’s a disease that’s well worth screening for. Here, we discuss different tests and which one is right for you.
Why Is Colorectal Cancer Rising Among Young Adults?Sep 01, 2023Alarm bells are ringing about the increase in colorectal diagnoses among younger adults under age 50. Here, we explore this increase and what might be behind the alarming trend.
How (and Why) to Eat More Fiber Aug 01, 2023Our collective nutrition is taking a big hit as we rely more on processed foods. For example, only 5%-10% of the population in the United States is getting enough fiber. Let’s look at why this is a problem and what to do about it.
What We Want You to Know About Rectal ProlapseJul 05, 2023Rectal prolapse isn’t a terribly common condition, but it can lead to uncommonly difficult quality-of-life issues. The good news is that there are options for rectal prolapse; the earlier you get started, the better your outcome.
The Most Common Ulcerative Colitis TriggersJun 01, 2023The symptoms of an ulcerative colitis flare-up are extremely unpleasant and can seriously limit your life. So, it makes sense that avoiding a flare-up is best, which starts with understanding your triggers.
6 Early Signs of Rectal CancerMay 01, 2023When it comes to cancer of any kind, early detection can make all the difference. Here, we look at some of the early signs of rectal cancer, which can mimic a wide range of other conditions.
What To Do When Your Bowel Movements HurtApr 01, 2023Pain is never exactly welcome, but there are times when pain really has no place, such as when you have a bowel movement. Here’s what might be behind the discomfort and how we can help.
Why and When You Should Undergo the All-Important ColonoscopyMar 10, 2023The number of colorectal cancer diagnoses has been steadily declining over the last 40 years, largely because of the colonoscopy. This invaluable screening tool can help you stay one step ahead of this serious disease.
How to Prevent Diverticulitis Flare-upsFeb 06, 2023Whether you’ve had a bout with diverticulitis or have diverticulosis and know that you’re at risk, here are some tips that go a long way toward keeping the painful inflammation at bay.
4 Different Types of Anal AbcessesJan 19, 2023Abscesses anywhere in the human body can be quite painful, which is certainly true when they form in and around your rectum and/or anus. Determining the type of abscess is our first step toward getting you on the road to relief.
The Most Common Causes of Anal FissuresDec 13, 2022Whether you have an anal fissure and would rather not repeat the unpleasant experience or would like to prevent the condition in the first place, understanding what causes this condition is essential.
The Dangers of Putting Off That ColonoscopyNov 10, 2022While there are different screenings for your health, few are as effective as a colonoscopy. This screening tool has driven rates of colorectal cancers down, but there’s room for improvement, and that starts with you.
5 Simple Ways You Can Prevent HemorrhoidsOct 11, 2022While not necessarily serious, hemorrhoids can be unpleasant to deal with, so you want to avoid them in the first place. Here, we present five great tips that go a long way toward preventing hemorrhoids.
Rectal Cancer Prevention: What You Need to KnowSep 20, 2022Rectal cancer affects about 5% of the population. Fortunately, with early screening, you can have benign growths removed before they turn cancerous, or find cancer early and improve your odds of beating the disease. Here’s what you should know.