The old-fashioned method of surgery is no longer preferred since the introduction of the minimally invasive surgery, also known as laparoscopic surgery. It is very often associated with its undoubtful benefits. Patients and surgeons have chosen this method of surgery due to its advantages compared to traditional open surgery. Laparoscopic surgeries are performed via small …
Hemorrhoids are incredibly common. They are caused amongst others by straining during bowel movement, lifting heavy objects, being overweight and by pregnancy. Smaller hemorrhoids are apt to go away in a few days. However, the problem arises when the hemorrhoids cause itching, burning, pain and bleeding. The good news is there are simple ways to …
Colorectal cancer or also known as colon cancer or rectal cancer and is a cancer that begins in the colon or rectum. Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer which typically affects older adults. The cause of colorectal cancer is not known however, in most cases, …
Colorectal polyps are growths in the size of a few millimeters to several centimeters, on the inner lining of the large intestine and are very common especially in adults more than 50 years of age. Most colorectal polyps are benign (non-cancerous). However, depending on the type of polyps, the tendency of the polyps becoming malignant …
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