Conditions & Treatments
Our Colon and Rectal Surgery Team is dedicated to delivering effective screenings and treatments. Our highly trained team utilizes the latest and most advanced methods for colon cancer screenings, ensuring the best care for our patients.
Diverticular
What Is Diverticular Disease? Diverticular disease is the general name given to the disease that creates small sacs or pouches from the wall of the colon and the complications that can arise from the presence of those sacs. There are many terms related to diverticular disease that can be confusing and deserve to be defined. The individual sacs or pouches are called a diverticulum. Multiple sacs or pouches (the plural form of the worddiverticulum) are called diverticula.
Anal Fissure
Discover causes, symptoms, and treatments for anal fissures. Learn about non-surgical and surgical options. Consult Dr. Aisha Akhtar, MD, Colorectal Surgeon.
Hemorrhoids
Every Americans suffer with hemorrhoid problem at least once in life time. Hemorrhoids can be painful, cause frequent bleeding and local hygiene issues. Fortunately, Colon and Rectal Care Center of Phoenix provides state-of-the-art hemorrhoid treatment services to patients from throughout Valley at their comfortable and modern offices in Glendale and North Phoenix. What Are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are enlarged “varicose veins of the anus and rectum,” These enlarged, bulging blood vessels are present in and around the anus and lower rectum.
Anal Abscess And Anal Fistula
What is Anal abscess and Anal Fistula? An anal abscess is an infected cavity filled with pus near the anus or rectum. An anal fistula is a small tunnel connected outside skin opening to inside anus opening leading to intermittent discharge outside anus skin. 50% of anal abscesses end up into fistula. What are the Causes of Anal Abscess and Anal Fistula? Small glands just inside the anus are part of normal anatomy.
Colorectal Cancer Screening
What Is Colorectal Cancer Screening? A screening test is used to look for a disease when a person doesn’t have symptoms (When a person has symptoms, diagnostic tests are used to find out the cause of the symptoms.) Colorectal cancer almost always develops from precancerous polyps (abnormal growths) in the colon or rectum. Screening tests can find precancerous polyps, so that they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening tests can also find colorectal cancer early, when treatment works best.
Rectal Prolapse
What is Rectal Prolapse? Rectal Prolapse Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the rectum (the last part of the large intestine) loses the normal attachments that keep it fixed inside the body, allowing it to slide out through the anal opening, turning it “inside out.” Who is Affected? Rectal prolapse affects mostly adults, but women ages 50 and older have six times the risk as men. It can be embarrassing and often has a negative effect on a patient’s quality of life.
Constipation
Constipation is a very common complaint affecting upwards of 15% of all Americans. What Is Normal Bowel Function? After eating, food is transported through the small intestine, where it is broken down and the nutrients are absorbed. The remaining liquid waste then passes into the colon. The colon removes water and certain electrolytes, turning the liquid waste into a more solid form. It then passes into the rectum, where it is stored until it is time to have a bowel movement.
Fecal Incontinence
What Is Fecal Incontinence? Fecal, or bowel, incontinence is the inability to regulate bowel movements. It can be common among the elderly. Accidental bowel leakage is typically not an indication of something serious. However, it can affect daily life and a person’s self-confidence. Effective treatments used at the office can include: medication surgery minimally-invasive procedures What Causes Bowel Incontinence? The most frequent cause of bowel incontinence is an injury to the muscles surrounding the anus.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
What is inflammatory bowel disease? Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two major inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract—from the mouth to the anus. Ulcerative colitis occurs in the large intestine or rectum. It’s usually diagnosed in teens and young adults. Three million US adults report having a diagnosis of IBD. Common symptoms include frequent diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloody stools, fever, weight loss, fatigue, and night sweats.
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