The gastrointestinal tract plays a vital role in maintaining our overall health. Digestion of food is a complex mechanism that starts in the mouth and ends at the anus. Usually we are not aware of these processes, but a breakdown in the machinery of the body results in disease and pathology.
Most people have digestive concerns that are not easy to address or talk about. Also, most people are looking for a physician who will spend time with them, understand and hear their concerns, and answer their questions. An atmosphere of mutual trust and respect allows for healing to begin. The aim is to ultimately find innovative treatment to these common ailments in a comprehensive and relaxed atmosphere.
Conditions and Treatments
Colorectal specialists have the knowledge and tools to help provide a treatment method that helps relieve the patient’s symptoms. Treatments may include:
- Hemorrhoid treatment – various modalities
- Anal Fissure and fistula treatment
- Anorectal pain disorder treatment
- Treatment for rectal bleeding
- Rectal prolapse and rectocele treatment
- Fecal Incontinence treatment
- Crohn’s disease treatment
- Ulcerative Colitis treatment
- Constipation treatment
- IBS treatment
- Diarrhea management
- Colonoscopy – both screening and diagnostic
- Diverticulosis and colitis treatment
- Colorectal cancer surgery
Many gastrointestinal symptoms can be confusing and similar. For example, anorectal pain or bleeding could be due to hemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses or even cancer. Due to this, a doctor needs to identify the specific condition and develop a treatment that meets the patient’s needs.
Symptoms to Keep an Eye Out For
By identifying the proper symptoms, the patient can seek professional care. Common symptoms of anorectal and gastrointestinal diseases and other conditions include:
- Pain in the anus
- Rectal bleeding
- Light-headedness and dizziness following the bleeding
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain such as cramping or bloating
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Mucus in the stool
- Excess gas
Some of us have experienced these symptoms and most patients realize that diet has a big role to play in gastrointestinal health and overall healing. A plant based diet goes a long way to make sure that we get optimal fuel. At ColoWell America, we emphasize the importance of increasing fiber in the diet and adding food supplements that can decrease inflammation and reduce oxidative stress at the cellular level.
We Are Here Every Step of the Way
As a Board Certified Colon and Rectal Surgeon and General Surgeon with interest in gastrointestinal disease pathology, Dr. Shiraz Farooq and his team will find the right solutions for your health. We are confident that your health is in good hands.
We will formulate a customized gastrointestinal and colonic health plan with the patient including medical and surgical modalities as needed.
If you or a loved is in need of treatment for an anorectal or gastrointestinal issue, check out out our digestive health related services and give us a call for more information or to schedule an appointment today. We can help you begin the path toward healing and living a more comfortable lifestyle.
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COLOWELL AMERICA: Leading Proctology & Hemorrhoid Care Private Practice in Tampa, Florida.
Tampa’s Experts In Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Care and Alternate Medical Recommendations.
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