Cureus Anal adenocarcinoma arising from an intraanal fistula: a case report Crohn’s disease (CD) is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). November 10, 2022
Cureus Anal adenocarcinoma arising from an intraanal fistula: a case report Crohn’s disease (CD) is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). November 10, 2022
Hemorrhoids vs. Anal Fistula: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Although similar symptoms may occur, hemorrhoids and fistula are different conditions. An anal fissure is a crack or tear in the anal tissue. A fistula is the formation of a tunnel or connection between two organs, or between an organ and the skin. Fissures and fistulas can both cause pain and bleeding. However, they are […]
Why and how to strengthen the anal sphincter
Exercises that strengthen and tighten the anal sphincter may help treat bowel incontinence (fecal incontinence) and can reduce the chance of leaking stool or gas in the future. The anal sphincter is made up of a thick band of muscle. It surrounds the anal entrance and can be opened and closed. The anal sphincter holds […]
Eliminate the stigma around anal cancer
Megan Hensgen thought she had hemorrhoids. A few years ago, the Menomonie Falls mother of two was suffering from symptoms such as bleeding, itching and burning from her anus. She saw her primary care physician, Dr. Anna Caban Cardona, who soon connected Megan to Dr. Kirk Ludwig, a colorectal surgeon and faculty member at the […]
Global anal cancer rapid diagnostic test market is projected to reach a value of $669.25 million by 2030
In 2022, Global rapid diagnostic test for anal cancer market It is valued at $598.8 million and the market size is projected to reach $669.25 million by 2030. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.4% over the forecast period 2023-2030. The rapid diagnostic test for anal cancer market is an important […]
Ride Cincinnati supports UC clinical trial to help anal cancer patients
Jordan Calofa, MD, a physician and scientist at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center, has been searching for better ways to treat anal cancer patients for nearly a decade. Anal cancer is still considered a rare disease, even though its incidence is increasing. “This is considered one of the most difficult cancers to treat patients,” […]
What is the difference between anal cancer and colorectal cancer?
Anal cancer and colorectal cancer both start in the lower gastrointestinal tract, but these types of cancer differ in many ways. We spoke to a gastrointestinal radiation oncologist Dr. Emma Hollidaylearn more about the differences between anal and colorectal cancer. Which parts of the lower digestive system do anal and colorectal cancers affect? Anal cancer […]
One in five women miss out on opportunities due to anal incontinence after giving birth
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Researchers are calling for improved care and greater awareness of the injury that causes anal incontinence in more than one in five births. More than one in five women will experience anal incontinence during the first five years after giving birth vaginally. Anal incontinence is common and usually caused by trauma […]
One in five women miss out on opportunities due to anal incontinence after giving birth
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Researchers are calling for improved care and greater awareness of the injury that causes anal incontinence in more than one in five births. More than one in five women will experience anal incontinence during the first five years after giving birth vaginally. Anal incontinence is common and usually caused by trauma […]
New treatment guidelines for anorectal abscesses, anal fistulas and rectovaginal fistulas published
The American College of Colorectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for physicians, diseases of the colon and rectum, How to treat anal and rectal problems called anorectal abscesses, anal fistulas, and rectovaginal fistulas. This journal is published by Wolters Kluwer in his Lippincott portfolio. The guidelines were developed by a panel of expert colorectal surgeons […]