What does a colorectal surgeon do?

A Colorectal Surgeon is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of anorectal and colorectal conditions (conditions of the colon, rectum and anus).

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by a colorectal surgeon?

Investigations like fecal occult blood test (FOBT), flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy etc are rquired.

What are the typical symptoms to see a colorectal surgeon?

If you are having Anal or groin area abscess, boil, Bowel or urinary incontinence, Rectal bleeding or black stools with a sticky, tarry texture you should consult a colorectal surgeon.

Is colorectal surgery painful?

Most people will experience some pain but that can be managed with pain killers and it will improve with time.

Can you live a normal life without a colon?

Yes, people can live without a colon, but may need to wear a bag outside their body to collect stool. However, a surgical procedure can be performed to create a pouch in the small intestine that takes the place of the colon and in that case wearing a bag is not necessary.

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