COLORECTAL CANCER

Colorectal cancer is a tumour that forms in the tissues of the colon (the longest part of the large intestine) or rectum (the part of the large intestine closest to the anus). It is one of the most common cancers, particularly in the Western world, but mortality is decreasing thanks to prevention, screening and increasingly effective treatments.

ACUTE AND CHRONIC ANAL FISSURES

The anal fissures are lacerations, or small linear cuts, which are formed at the border between the skin and the anal canal with a tendency to chronicize. Let’s see together the causes that lead to the onset of this pathology, the pains and related disorders, the diagnosis and available treatments.

ABSCESS AND ANAL FISTULA

With this month’s article we continue the “fistulas” theme introduced in last month’s appointment. Today we will delve into the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and various treatments available for anal fistulas, small pathological and infected tunnels that connect the anus with the surrounding skin.

WHAT ARE FISTULAS?

In this month’s curiosity article, we delve into fistulas, which are pathological tubular lesions that connect the site of infection with the surrounding skin. It serves as an introductory article to next month’s appointment, which will be entirely dedicated to anal fistulas.

PELVIC FLOOR AND PREGNANCY

The pelvic floor during and after pregnancy undergoes strong pressure and hormonal changes: it is stressed by the increase in weight and strength, by the increase in muscle tension, by lacerations during childbirth. But what are the precautions that can be followed to prepare our body for the big event and avoid damage and consequences for pelvic health?