The gallbladder is a very small organ of the size of a small pear that may cause several issues when diseased. Its bitter content that is released in the bowel helps to absorb fats. The gallbladder may become site of infection or formation of stones, causing mild to severe pain and other specific or general […]
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Hemorrhoids occur as a result of a disease of dilatation and distortion of the external and internal hemorrhoidal plexuses. There are two types of hemorrhoids: internal hemorrhoids that are related to disease of the anal cushions. These are found inside the anus, and in the early stages can be seen only with an anoscope. External
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According to the reports of the World Health Organization, colorectal cancer is one of the most common tumours in the Arab world, and it is responsible for the largest number of cancer-related deaths after lung cancer. As regards the death rates from colorectal cancer in 2020, these were up to 50 % over more than
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The anus contains a small number of mucus-producing glands that are present between the internal and external anal sphincters. These glands open into the anus through a duct that may become blocked, leading to infection within the gland and subsequent formation of an abscess. This may extend through the muscles and form what is called
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An umbilical hernia occurs when a part of a person’s intestine bulges through the opening in the abdominal muscles near the navel or umbilicus. It is usually observed in infants as a protruded belly button that becomes very evident when they cry. However, this kind of hernia is generally harmless and may resolve by the
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If you have a localized bulge in the abdomen or groin region that sometimes comes with pain, chances are that you have a hernia. A hernia is a common condition and often produces no troubling symptoms. There are many types of hernia; however, the most common ones are inguinal hernia and femoral hernia. Hernia specialists
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Hemorrhoids are dilated or enlarged veins that form in the anus and lower rectum. Sometimes when the veins enlarge too much, they cause the hemorrhoids to swell, making the anal walls to stretch, thin, and get irritated when passing stool. It is estimated that 3 out of every 4 people in this world will have
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Hemorrhoids are a very common condition. They are located outside the anus or inside the anus and rectum. They may enlarge and swell, leading to pain, discomfort, and sometimes rectal bleeding. If you are in too much pain due to hemorrhoids, experience rectal bleeding, or have recurring hemorrhoids even after non-surgical interventions, your gastroenterologist will recommend surgery.
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An anal fissure is a painful condition caused by a tear in the lining of the anus or anal canal, which is the opening through which stool passes out of the body. The anal lining is quite delicate. As a result, any cut or tear in this lining tissue can expose the muscle around the
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Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. Depending upon the exact location of cancer, they can be termed as colon cancer or rectal cancer; however, they are usually grouped together as they share some common features. Studies show that the prevalence of colorectal cancer is on the rise in recent
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