Dr. Brian L. Hanson M.D.

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• What Is An Anal Fissurectomy?

  An anal fissurectomy is a surgery that may be used for curing anal fissures. The procedure involves an incision in the sphincter muscles which control one's anal opening. It is normally the recommended surgery for treating tears or cracks that develop inside the distal canal (passageway) where waste...

• Who Gets Cholera?

  Cholera is an infection that is caused by a bacterium known as Vibrio cholerae, which attacks the small intestines. This disease is extremely contagious, especially in areas where there is poor sanitation or during disasters such as floods. It is capable of killing people who are infected within...

• Gastroenteritis: The Treatment Options

  Treatments for gastroenteritis vary depending on the underlying cause. Normally, acute gastritis caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications and alcohol can be lessened by stopping the usage of such substances. On the other hand, chronic arthritis occurs due to an H. pylori infection,...

• What You Need to Know About Incisional Hernias

  What is a Hernia?A hernia is a medical condition that results from tissue or organs protruding through the abdominal walls. This protrusion is due to a weakness or hole in a muscle. The condition might start without any symptoms, but can lead to serious problems like death if left unattended. Hernia...

• Dark Stools

  In most cases, dark stool may be due to the consumption of certain foods or medications. However, sometimes, passing dark stools may also indicate a serious medical condition. Foods such as black licorice, blueberries, or beets cause dark stool. After eating these foods, the stool becomes black,...

• Research Suggests Broccoli Could Benefit Crohn's Disease

  There is a common myth that an individual’s diet can cause Crohn’s disease. This rumor is popular because on the surface it seems to make sense: Diet is often the culprit when it comes to stomach-related illness. However, medical research has proven that a person’s diet will not cause them to...