Dr. Stephen Mark Cohen M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
33 Upper Riverdale Rd Suite 115 Riverdale GA, 30274About
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Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1987
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Dr. Stephen Mark Cohen M.D.'s Expert Contributions
How to prevent hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are normal and everyone has them. They are what we call the blood vessels around the anus. Best preventative treatment is to control your bowel movements. Your bowel movements need to be soft, bulky, and non-straining. Adding some extra fiber and drinking 8-10 glasses of water will help. Furthermore, if you still have symptoms, any over-the-counter medications will help lubricate the anal canal and help shrink some of that tissue. READ MORE
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- 2012 Atlanta Super Doctors
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