Colorectal cancer, Surgery FAQ

Stool shape and dull pain in the buttocks? Hello, Doctor. I've been experiencing some issues for the past two months. About two months ago, I started having a dull pain in my buttocks. It's not constant; it occurs intermittently for a second or two. The pain is not loca...

Dyspepsia & flatulence & stool consistency Hello Doctor, I am currently experiencing symptoms of dyspepsia (persistent belching with a lingering food taste after meals, and occasionally increased gas in the evening, feeling gas moving in my intestines which requires passi...

Bowel issues Hello Doctor: Recently, I've been feeling a bloated sensation in my lower left abdomen, near the bladder, especially when I exert myself. When I have a bowel movement, I need to push a bit, but the stool that comes out is not much and tends to be thin and interm...

Will the necrotic tissue regenerate after the fistula has reduced in size? Hello, Doctor. My abscess started to appear in mid-January and has now developed into a fistula. During this time, I initially managed to reduce it with medication, but in March, I switched to taking cold ...

Rectal bleeding Bleeding during bowel movements without associated tearing pain can have several potential causes. Since a doctor performed a digital rectal examination and did not find hemorrhoids or fissures, other possibilities may include: 1. **Anal Fissures**: Even if not v...

Blood in the stool? Hello doctor, I am 25 years old. A week ago, I experienced severe abdominal cramping and diarrhea that came on suddenly. After using the restroom, I noticed fresh blood when wiping, but since it was diarrhea, I couldn't see if there was blood in the stool...

Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor: Last week, I noticed blood at the end of my stool after having a bowel movement, and there was a small amount of bright red blood when wiping. I experienced pain near the anus during bowel movements, and based on my experience, I suspect it might be ...

The area treated with cauliflower laser may appear white? 1: Hello, doctor. I recently went to the colorectal surgery department to get a colonoscopy, but I was informed that I have warts in the anal area and cannot proceed until I receive treatment first. 2: I was quite anxious,...

Bowel movement issues Hello, doctor! After entering junior high school, I don't know if it's due to increased stress, but I've started experiencing a habit of abdominal pain and diarrhea. It was fine before, but it became uncontrollable after I entered the second y...

Rectal bleeding Hello, Doctor. Since I am in a rural area with limited medical resources, I would like to consult online before deciding whether to go to the hospital. Here’s the situation: about five months ago, I noticed blood in my stool. It wasn't completely red but conc...

Rectal bleeding Hello, I would like to ask about a recent issue. For about a week now, I've noticed light red blood when wiping after a bowel movement. The amount of blood is not significant, but I experience pain at the beginning of the bowel movement, which subsides after ...

Difficulty in bowel movements, long-term use of laxatives? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing recurrent anal fissures for the past five years, approximately once a month. The pain usually subsides after about a week, but I have been consistently applying ointment (because my...

Anal issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask under what circumstances the anus might bleed when not having a bowel movement? Could it possibly be a gastrointestinal issue? Thank you for your response, doctor.

Sudden change in stool caliber to a thinner shape? If you notice that your stool has suddenly become thinner, there are several factors to observe and consider. Pay attention to any accompanying symptoms such as abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or the presence of blood in...

Bowel issues? Hello, doctor. I have noticed blood on the toilet paper after having a bowel movement in the past two weeks. Additionally, my bowel movements have been either diarrhea or thinner stools, and sometimes I experience abdominal pain but only pass a small amount. Could t...

Bowel issues? Hello Doctor, in late July, I noticed blood on the toilet paper while wiping after a bowel movement, so I visited a colorectal surgeon. At that time, I was prescribed a stool softener and an ointment. I subsequently went back for 2-3 more visits, and after a digital...

Persistent urge to defecate (for 9 consecutive days) Hello, Doctor! Since last Thursday, I have been experiencing abnormal symptoms in my anus. After bowel movements, the urge to defecate does not go away; instead, it persists throughout the day. Most of the time, the urge is mil...

There is a small lump in the anal area? Hello Doctor, recently while showering, I suddenly felt a lump at the anal area, which seems to be stuck at the anal opening. It hasn't gone back in after a few days. I suspect it might be a thrombosed hemorrhoid, but it doesn't h...

Left lower abdominal pain with diarrhea? Hello Doctor, my symptoms started last year when I experienced a breakdown for a period of time due to certain reasons. After that, I began to have diarrhea, although I still have normal bowel movements, the frequency of diarrhea has incre...

Rectal bleeding Hello, Doctor. About three weeks ago (around July 17), I noticed blood on the toilet paper after having a bowel movement. I went to see a colorectal surgeon, who performed a digital examination and diagnosed me with an acute anal fissure. After that, I applied oin...