Hemorrhoids (piles) are a very common condition in our society, yet patients often delay consulting a doctor due to feelings of “shame.” Unfortunately, the majority of patients who visit my clinic only reach out when...
Constipation is a very common digestive problem that negatively affects quality of life and is often underestimated. Although bowel movement frequency varies from person to person, having fewer than three bowel movements per week, hard...
Pilonidal sinus is a common condition, especially among young adult men. It significantly reduces quality of life and has a high risk of recurrence. Most patients consult a doctor only after pilonidal disease has already...
Pilonidal sinus is a condition that many patients postpone treating, believing it will “go away on its own.” However, in daily clinical practice, one of the most common situations we encounter is pilonidal disease that...
Hemorrhoids develop when the blood vessels around the anus become enlarged due to increased pressure, often marking the beginning of a condition that quietly disrupts daily life. Even minor changes in bowel habits can affect...
Anal fistula is a condition that many people find difficult to understand when they first encounter it, yet it can significantly reduce quality of life as it progresses. It develops when an infection that begins...
Anal abscess occurs when an infection that begins in the glands around the anus rapidly accumulates pus and forms a closed cavity. What may start as a mild stinging sensation can quickly progress into severe...
Anal fistula treatment is a process aimed at completely closing the abnormal tunnel formed by an infection around the anus, and each patient may require a different surgical approach. Since the fistula tract creates a...
The impact of hemorrhoids on daily life becomes noticeable once the symptoms intensify. Pressure while sitting, burning after bowel movements, or occasional bleeding are common signs of this condition—yet many people hesitate to talk about...
Anal fistula typically begins with a small infection around the anus that gradually deepens and forms a tunnel between tissues. The process often starts with a mild feeling of pressure or stinging around the area....
Although pilonidal sinus (ingrown hair disease) is a very common condition, there are many widespread misconceptions about it. These false beliefs often cause patients to delay seeing a doctor, attempt incorrect treatments, and allow the...
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), commonly known as “acne inversa” or the “boil-like disease”, is a chronic, recurrent inflammatory skin condition that develops in areas rich in hair follicles and sweat glands. The disease most commonly affects...
Anal stenosis surgery is a challenging but highly effective procedure performed to restore the elasticity and normal function of the anal canal. The postoperative period is just as important as the surgery itself, as proper...
A perianal fistula (anal fistula) is a common condition in the anal region and can significantly reduce quality of life. It usually develops after a previous anal abscess. An abnormal tunnel forms between the inside...
Anal fissure treatment has significantly evolved in recent years with innovative approaches designed to reduce pain and improve quality of life. These small yet extremely uncomfortable tears in the anal canal lining can be effectively...
Rectal bleeding is generally a treatable condition; however, in rare cases, it may indicate a more serious health problem. Bleeding from the anus can result from various causes, ranging from hemorrhoids and anal fistulas to...
Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the rectum—the final portion of the large intestine—protrudes outward through the anus. It appears in two main forms: • Rectal Mucosal Prolapse Only the inner mucosal layer of...
Many people ask, “What helps anal fissures?” because this condition affects both physical comfort and daily life. Sharp pain during bowel movements causes the anal muscles to contract involuntarily. This muscle spasm reduces blood flow...
