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Colon Surgery

Colon surgery can sometimes be necessary due to serious digestive problems such as the development of colon polyps, Diverticulosis, Diverticulitis, and colon cancer. Learn about types of surgery for the colon and preparation and post-operative details for the procedure.

Bleeding in the Digestive Tract

Bleeding in the digestive tract is a symptom of a disease rather than a disease itself. Bleeding can occur as the result of a number of different conditions, some of which are life threatening. Most causes of bleeding are related to conditions that can be cured or controlled, such as ulcers or hemorrhoids. The cause of bleeding may not be serious, but locating the source of bleeding is important.