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Surgery for my bleeding hemorrhoids?

I have internal and external hemorrhoids that bleed and cause me a lot of pain and discomfort. Is surgery advisable to give me relief?
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Why am I passing blood in my stools?

I have been passing blood in my stools. The doctor saw my reports and says there is nothing to worry about. But I am still wondering, why do I have blood in my stools in the...
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My mother has a problem of impacted stools. What can we do for it?

My mother has an issue with impacted stools, and we aren't sure of what we should do for it. How can we help her?
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Colonoscopy question

I am scheduled for my first colonoscopy. Will I need to have general anesthesia for this test?
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Why do I experience cramping before passing stools?

Just before passing stools, I have a cramp in my abdomen that really hurts. What should I do for this? Why is it happening?
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Constant anal itching

I have anal itching all the time, sometimes with pain and sometimes a little bleeding. What could this be?
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Will a good diet detox help clean my colon?

Is a good diet detox enough to keep the colon clean?
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Is it safe to have laxatives for an anal fissures patient?

My husband has severe constipation and recently had an episode of anal fissures. Is it safe for him to have laxatives?
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Why do I have pain when passing stools?

I have a strange pain when passing stools. All my tests are clear, but the pain is there. What could It be?
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How is anal incontinence treated?

My father's colon is "loose", as he puts it. He's been pretty constipated because of it, and randomly farts whenever he walks. He says he can't hold it. Would he need surgery...
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Why do I have a little bleeding after my colonoscopy?

I recently had a colonoscopy and now I have a little bleeding in my stools. What could be the reason for this? Is it normal?
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Is surgery always required for polyps?

My son has precancerous polyps in his colon, and his doctor said that that he needs to remove them through surgery because they're rather large. If they were smaller, would polyps...
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What are the risks of a Colectomy?

I am due to undergo a partial bowel resection. What are the possible risks of this surgery?
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How do you identify anal fissures?

How are anal fissures usually diagnosed in people? There's so much pain in that area, but I definitely need to be calmed down a little with this. I want to get this issue diagnosed,...
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Can lower back pain cause pain in my rectum?

Can lower back pain cause pain in my rectum? My lower back pain also causes numbness in my upper thighs, and sometimes pain in one foot. Any advice will help. Thanks!
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When can I start working out after an anal fissure surgery?

I recently had a surgery for my anal fissure. Is it okay for me to resume my workout six weeks after the surgery? When can I expect to be fully recovered?
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How is rectal bleeding treated?

My father had bleeding from his rectum and it's been recurring. How can this be cured, or treated? Are there any natural treatments? He made an appointment with his doctor for...
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Is surgery necessary for diverticulitis?

My father has been diagnosed with diverticulitis and the doctor is talking about surgery, just after our appointment. Is surgery really necessary for this condition?
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Is there a diet specific for a person suffering with IBD?

I have had IBD for many years and I haven't got the hang of managing it. Is there a diet specific for an IBD patient?
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What is the diet recommended to manage diverticulosis?

I have been diagnosed with diverticulosis and everyone says it can be best managed with a diet. What is the diet recommended for this condition?
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