How Chronic Constipation Leads to Anal Fissures

How Chronic Constipation Leads to Anal Fissures Chronic constipation is one of the most frequent digestive ailments I come across in my clinic. Most patients simply overlook it, mistaking it for something minor. On the other hand, neglecting to treat chronic constipation may result in painful conditions such as Anal Fissure.An Anal Fissure is a […]

Chronic Constipation & Rectal Prolapse: When Ignoring Symptoms Leads to Surgery

Chronic Constipation & Rectal Prolapse: When Ignoring Symptoms Leads to Surgery As a colorectal surgeon, I’ve seen many patients who thought constipation was a benign and infrequent nuisance. Unfortunately, Chronic Constipation can stealthily lead to damage to the rectum over time and, in severe cases, lead to Rectal Prolapse. In this blog, I will lay […]