Proctoscopy and colonoscopy might sound fairly similar, but these two procedures are quite different. While a proctoscope is useful for examining your anal canal and rectum, a colonoscope allows doctors to view the length of your large intestine. Read on to discover more about proctoscopy vs colonoscopy, including the instruments, methods and purposes for these procedures.About […]
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Sometimes, a doctor needs to check inside your rectum or colon. Two tools for the job are proctoscopes and sigmoidoscopes. Although these two instruments do share some common characteristics, they differ in both structure and purpose. Before your next colorectal procedure, here’s what you need to know about proctoscopy vs sigmoidoscopy.All About ProctoscopyA proctoscope is a long […]
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Since you have been having some issues with your lower GI tract, your doctor recommended you to a gastroenterologist who suggested a proctoscopy. When you got a second opinion, another gastroenterologist recommended an anoscopy. What are these procedures, and what is the difference between them?Proctoscopy During a proctoscopy, the doctor uses a proctoscope to examine […]
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You’ve had an infected pilonidal cyst once, and once is enough, right? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. If you’re wondering, “Are pilonidal cysts recurrent?” it’s time to check out the following guide to repeat pilonidal infections. Not only will you learn more about why recurrences might happen, but you can also learn what you can […]
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If you’re like most people, having surgery probably isn’t one of your preferred activities. Therefore, if you’ve been diagnosed with a pilonidal cyst, also known as a pilonidal sinus, you might be asking the question “Is pilonidal cyst surgery necessary?” In some cases, surgery may be your best choice. Not everyone needs to have surgery […]
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Adler MicroMed recently earned official certification as a Veteran-Owned Small Business. This designation recognizes that a business owner has served honorably in the United States military. When you shop from a certified small business, you are supporting the men and women who have served your country and defended your freedoms.Veteran-Owned Small Business CertificationThe Center for Verification […]
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Teenagers are busy, and the thought of being laid up for days during a painful recovery from pilonidal cyst surgery is unappealing to both teens and parents. However, if you’re suffering from pilonidal disease, you can’t just ignore the problem in hopes that it will resolve on its own. Often, surgical interventions are the best […]
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No teenager wants to suffer through the pain and embarrassment of a pilonidal cyst for very long. Therefore, if you’re a teen or a parent who is dealing with this problem, you probably want information on clearing it up as soon as possible. Getting the facts about pilonidal cysts in teenagers can help you understand what’s […]
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If you’re experiencing the pain and bleeding that can come with an anal fissure, you’re probably interested in doing what you can to take care of the problem. Your doctor might suggest trying rectal dilation as part of your self-care regimen. This is a simple procedure that you may be able to do at home […]
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As much as you want your colorectal system to work properly on its own, sometimes you need to lend it a helping hand. Your doctor may recommend anal dilation as a way to encourage your system to work the way that it’s supposed to. What is anal dilation? It’s a practice that may help to […]
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