What Types of Conditions Does a Colorectal Doctor Treat?

What Types of Conditions Does a Colorectal Doctor Treat?

Healthcare services span many realms so that every area of the body can be cared for separately and with the utmost care. Even though the lower digestive system isn’t the most exciting specialty to most people, colorectal doctors have spent their lives studying and focusing on this area. These doctors are highly important, as their talents can help patients with uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous conditions. Let’s take a look at some common questions, including “what does colorectal mean,” and “what does a colorectal surgeon do?

What Happens if Your Pilonidal Cyst Goes Untreated?

What Happens if Your Pilonidal Cyst Goes Untreated?

When it comes to external conditions, few are as painful and difficult to deal with as pilonidal cysts. While men may be at higher risk of developing these cysts than women, anyone that spends a lot of time sitting is at risk of dealing with one at some point in their life. What are pilonidal cysts? Let’s take a look at the answer to this question, pilonidal cyst symptoms, and pilonidal cyst treatment. The team at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay would like to remind you to, if you think you may be dealing with this condition, get in touch with your doctor right away.

Finding Constipation Relief: Understanding The 5 Top Causes of Constipation

Finding Constipation Relief: Understanding The 5 Top Causes of Constipation

At some time in our lives, most of us have experienced constipation. It is a very common condition that can have a number of causes. When we better understand what causes our constipation, the better equipped we’ll be to make the necessary lifestyle changes and find relief. That’s why we’ve laid out the top 5 causes of constipation here for you.

Common Questions About Familial Polyposis

Common Questions About Familial Polyposis

Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP, familial polyposis) is a hereditary disease that affects the colon and causes polyps to grow, unchecked, in the bowel’s lining. Most patients with FAP have inherited “a defect in the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) gene,” according to Mayo Clinic.

7 Essential Foods For Patients With Diverticulosis

7 Essential Foods For Patients With Diverticulosis

Diverticulosis is extremely prevalent in people over the age of 60. If you’ve been diagnosed or may be diagnosed with diverticulosis in the future, your doctor may suggest changes in diet to help alleviate your symptoms. Below, we’ll take a look at 7 essential foods for diverticulosis. 

What Are the Complications of IBS?

What Are the Complications of IBS?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that involves abnormal contractions in the large intestine that lead to irregular bowel movements, pain, diarrhea, and sometimes constipation. Some patients find that they have certain triggers, while others are unable to find any connections. Let’s take a look at the common IBS symptoms, the effects of IBS during pregnancy, and some IBS flare-up complications.

A Closer Look at Bowel Disease: What Causes IBDs?

A Closer Look at Bowel Disease: What Causes IBDs?

What causes Crohn's Disease or Ulcerative Colitis? The truth is, we don't know for sure what causes IBDs. We do have several theories on the matter, however, and proven methods that can help reduce IBD symptoms.

Screening for Colon Cancer: The Classic Colonoscopy

Screening for Colon Cancer: The Classic Colonoscopy

The most common type of colon cancer screening is of course, the colonoscopy. But what happens during a colonoscopy, when should you get a colonoscopy, and how do you prepare for a colonoscopy? We answer all these questions and more in our overview of the colonoscopy.

What Causes Rectal Prolapse?

What Causes Rectal Prolapse?

There are various factors of your colorectal health that could contribute to rectal prolapse causes. Whichever it is, when your rectum starts to slide outside of your anal opening, it's time to get rectal prolapse treatment, so that you can get it sorted stat. Learn what causes rectal prolapse and what to do if you experience it.

5 Common Symptoms Of IBS & How To Treat Them

5 Common Symptoms Of IBS & How To Treat Them

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a very common and chronic disorder that affects the large intestine. Regardless of how mild or severe your IBS is, the symptoms of IBS, which can differ from person to person, can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Below, we will discuss 5 common IBS symptoms and some helpful ways of treating IBS.

What Happens To Untreated Hemorrhoids?

What Happens To Untreated Hemorrhoids?

Will hemorrhoids go away on their home? When should you seek medical attention for your hemorrhoids? Are there any hemorrhoid home remedies to try? We go over all this and more as we explain what happens to untreated hemorrhoids.

5 New Year's Resolutions to Improve Colon Health

5 New Year's Resolutions to Improve Colon Health

Do you know when to screen for colon cancer? How to manage your IBS? Or are you just wondering how to improve colon health in general? This blog is for you! Let's talk about 5 resolutions that will help you take care of your colon.