Anal Abscess and Fistula
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An anal abscess is an infected cavity filled with pus near the anus or rectum. An anal fistula (also called fistula-in-ano) is a small tunnel
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Anal Fissure
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The anal canal is a short tube surrounded by muscle at the end of your rectum. The rectum is the bottom section of your colon
Hemorrhoids
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Often described as “varicose veins of the anus and rectum,” hemorrhoids are enlarged, bulging blood vessels in and around the anus and lower rectum. The
Ulcerative Colitis
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory disease potentially affecting the entire large bowel (colon and rectum). The inflammation is confined to the innermost layer of
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that may affect over 15 percent of the population. IBS is one of a range of conditions
Minimally Invasive Surgery
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Many diseases and conditions of the colon and rectum are treated surgically. A surgeon may use traditional (open) or minimally invasive techniques depending on the
