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Anal fissure fistulectomy

  • Hemorrhoids

    Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal canal. This common problem can be painful, but it’s usually not serious. Veins can swell inside the anal can...
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  • Inflammatory-bowel disease

    Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a condition that causes ongoing inflammation of the intestines. The condition can affect only the large intestin...
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  • Anal cancer

    Anal cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the opening at the end of the rectum (anus). Anal cancer is uncommon and is often curable. ...
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