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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About Dr. Firas Younis

Dr. Firas Younis is a General and Colorectal Surgeon with over 20 years of experience.
His expertise lies in colorectal oncology, inflammatory bowel disease, pouch construction, diverticular disease, and pelvic floor surgery.
He is a graduate of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
Dr. Firas has a certificate of completion of general and colorectal surgery training from East Anglia and Cambridge.
He has also been awarded the Intercollegiate Fellowship (FRCSI) in general surgery with a specialist interest in Colorectal Surgery.
Dr. Firas has completed post CCT fellowship in laparoscopic and open colorectal surgery at North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.
He is JAG Accredited in Endoscopy and a member of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland.

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