Do Hemorrhoids and Exercise Go Together?
Hemorrhoids and exercise is a combination many patients have questions about. Learn how you can exercise with hemorrhoids in our blog.
How to Choose the Right Colonoscopy Doctor
A colonoscopy doctor specializes in diagnosing and treating colon and rectal conditions.
How Does a Fecal Transplant Work and When Would You Need One?
A fecal transplant, though it may sound unconventional, is a medical procedure that is effective in treating gastrointestinal ailments
Diverticulitis and Hemorrhoids – What You Need to Know
Could there be a link between diverticulitis and hemorrhoids due to their shared risk factors and symptoms?
How Sclerotherapy Can Relieve Hemorrhoid Discomfort
Hemorrhoids are a common condition that affects millions of people daily. Although they’re a common bodily function, it can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life due to discomfort and pain. Whether they’re caused by lifestyle factors or other underlying conditions, the impact of hemorrhoids can affect multiple parts of a person’s […]
How to Manage a Pilonidal Dimple – Symptoms and Treatments
Pilonidal dimples, also known as pits, are subtle indentations or small holes located just above the buttocks at the base of the spine. Despite their shallow nature, these dimples often go unnoticed and are sometimes mistaken for sacral dimples, which are generally harmless skin indentations without associated issues. It’s crucial to distinguish between the two, […]
Decoding the Price Tag: What You Need to Know About Colonoscopy Costs
Colonoscopies are an important part of routine health care, as it is a lifesaving procedure by detecting and removing polyps that may be precancerous. However, due to insurance companies’ insane practice of keeping pricing non-transparent, colonoscopy costs remain a mystery, making some patients wary of having them, instead putting them off until it’s too late. […]
Your Comfort Matters: Understanding and Treating Anal Skin Tags
Skin tags are a common skin growth that can happen to anyone all over the body, including anal skin tags. They are usually found on the neck, armpit, groin, and anus. While skin tags usually do not cause problems and aren’t painful, many people want them removed due to cosmetic concerns and sensitivity. This is […]
Unlocking the Anal Fissure ICD-10 Code: A Patient’s Guide
In the realm of healthcare, grappling with a health condition can be a daunting journey, exacerbated by the intricate medical terminology that often accompanies it. Particularly challenging is the ICD-10 system, a vital tool employed by healthcare professionals to code various medical conditions, including Anal Fissure ICD-10. Although patients may not frequently encounter ICD-10 codes […]
Colonoscopy vs. Cologuard: Which One Should You Choose?
When it comes to detecting colorectal cancer, there are two prominent tools that are used: the traditional colonoscopy vs. Cologuard, an at-home test that many have turned to in order to avoid a colonoscopy. Although both methods share the common goal of identifying irregularities in the colon, such as colon polyps, they each have advantages […]