Posts Written By Dr. Cabansag

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Hemorrhoids are very common.  Reports suggest that up to 50 percent of the U.S. population have hemorrhoids by the age of 50.  Hemorrhoids refer to enlarged or inflamed veins located at the anal opening.  These veins can become irritated and bleed.  The most common symptoms of hemorrhoids include rectal bleeding, anal itchiness and pain particularly [...]
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Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune diseasethat causes chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.  The exact cause is not known, but contributing factors include family history and the environment. When a person with an inherited risk is exposed to an environmental trigger such as bacteria that can alter the intestinal microflora, [...]
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Constipation refers to a condition when bowel movements are decreased in frequency. Symptoms may include lumpy or hard stools, infrequent bowel movements (less than 3 per week), straining with bowel movements and a sensation of incomplete evacuation after bowel movements. Q1: What Causes Constipation? The most common cause of constipation is a diet [...]
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In the U.S., colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third leading cause of cancer death in women, following lung and breast cancer. Studies have shown that CRC incidence and mortality are slightly lower in women than in men. There is evidence that women have a relatively low risk of CRC until they enter menopause, likely due to the protective role that estrogens [...]