IntroductionHaemorrhoids are a condition where the blood vessels, muscle fibres and connective tissue in the anal canal below the dentate line prolapse or slide out of place. They are also…

What is an anal fistula?An anal fistula is a tunnel that connects the lining of the anus with the skin next to the anus. It is often caused by an…

IntroductionGastrooesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a chronic digestive disorder that affects the lower oesophageal sphincter (LES), the ring of muscle between the oesophagus and the stomach. The LES normally acts…

IntroductionGall stone disease is a common condition that affects the gallbladder and the bile ducts, which are part of the digestive system. Gall stones are hard, solid deposits of bile…

What is a hernia?A hernia is a condition that occurs when an organ or tissue bulges through a weak spot or opening in the muscle or tissue that normally holds…

As a specialist colorectal surgeon, my primary goal is to provide you with accurate and easily understandable information about various conditions that can affect your digestive health. One such condition…

Introduction   Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that affects the large intestine, which consists of the colon and the rectum. It can cause symptoms such as blood in…

What is inflammatory bowel disease?Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term that refers to a group of chronic inflammatory conditions that affect the digestive tract. The two main types of…

What is it?   Diverticular disease of the colon is not an uncommon condition that affects the large intestine, or colon. The colon is the part of the digestive system that…

Pancreatitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the pancreas, a gland that helps in digestion and blood sugar regulation. Pancreatitis can be acute or chronic, depending on how long…