Diseases and Conditions

Anal Abscess/Fistula

An anal abscess is an infected cavity around the anus or rectum. A fistula results from a previous abscess. For more information, please click here.

Anal Fissure

An anal fissure is a small tear in the skin lining of the anus that can cause very painful bowel movements and/or bleeding. For more information, please click here.

Anal Warts

Anal warts are small warts in or around the rectum and genitals. Eventually, they may grow to be as large as a pea, but generally do not cause pain or discomfort. For more information, please click here.

Colon Polyps

Colon polyps are abnormal growths in the lining of the colon and rectum. Most polyps are benign and cause no symptoms, however some polyps can become cancerous. For more information, please click here.

Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States. For more information, please click here.

Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The most common symptoms are abdominal pain and diarrhea. For more information, please click here.

Diverticulosis/Diverticulitis

Diverticulosis is a condition that describes small pockets in the colon wall that often result in no symptoms. Diverticulitis occurs when these pockets become infected and causes symptoms such as chills, fever, and pain. For more information, please click here.

Fecal Incontinence

Fecal incontinence describes the inability to hold gas or stool. For more information, please click here.

Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are enlarged blood vessels around the anus. For more information, please click here.

Intestinal Obstruction

Intestinal obstruction refers to complete or partial blockage of the gastrointestinal tract. For more information, please click here.

Pilonidal Disease

Pilonidal disease is a chronic infection of the skin in the buttock crease. For more information, please click here.

Rectal Prolapse

In rectal prolapse, the rectum (lower portion of the colon) becomes turned inside out and begins to protrude through the anus. It is not the same as a prolapsing hemorrhoid. For more information, please click here.

Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is an inflammation of the lining of the colon and rectum. For more information, please click here.