Dr. Antonio Privitera

Dr. Antonio Privitera, MD, PhD, FRCS

What is pilonidal sinus disease (PNS)?

Pilonidal Sinus (or Pilonidal Cyst or Tailbone Cyst or Coccygeal Fistula), is a cyst (or multiple cysts) located in the upper cleft of the buttock, above the sacrum, containing hair that can form abscesses. It is a fairly common disease, mainly affecting young while male (15-30 years old) but can affect also female patients. Risk factors are: obesity (body mass index of 30 […]

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How To Manage Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

The prevalence of symptomatic hemorrhoidal disease is 25 to 35 percent during pregnancy, and it is particularly frequent in the last trimester of pregnancy and immediately postpartum. Symptoms : Symptoms range from mild: (eg, pruritus, discomfort) to severe (eg, intractable bleeding). Management & Treatment Since symptoms generally improve after delivery, treatments during pregnancy are: primarily

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condyloma treatment

Condyloma Acuminata (CA) In The Perianal Region: Everything You Need To Know

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the source of condyloma acuminata (anogenital warts), a sexually transmitted infection that can lead to CA incidents of HPV-6 or HPV-11 infection. Symptoms: Small, flesh-colored or gray growths which comes in groups and can vary in size. itchiness and mild pain. Bleeding during bowel movements if scratched or irritated. Treatment

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Symptoms of gallbladder disease and pancreatitis

Symptoms of Gallbladder Disease and Pancreatitis Dubai

Cholecystitis and pancreatitis are two separate conditions, but they can have overlapping symptoms. But first let’s find out what the gallbladder and pancreas are. Gallbladder stones The gallbladder is a small organ located in the upper right side of the abdomen, just below the liver. Its main function is to store and concentrate bile, a

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