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The colorectal system includes the colon and the rectum. The colon is the longest part of the large intestine, or large bowel, and is where food waste is stored. The rectum is the last few inches of the intestine and leads to the anus, where the waste passes.
Colorectal conditions cause concern and discomfort. Lower GI symptoms can also be uncomfortable and painful, so it’s important to seek help from a professional for diagnostics and treatment.
At One Health, we dedicate ourselves to your care and aftercare. We use modern techniques and technology to diagnose and treat conditions, helping you live comfortably.
Cancer Research UK estimates 37,500 new cases of colorectal cancer each year in the UK. Cancer is one of the conditions we diagnose, manage, and treat at One Health. We also use top-of-the-range technology to diagnose and address conditions such as anal fissures and colitis. Symptoms that come with colorectal conditions include blood in the stool, diarrhoea or constipation, nausea, abdominal pain, and weight loss.
We understand the importance of early detection and intervention. Our experts are here to ensure your peace of mind and set you on the right course of treatment.
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or have a known condition requiring treatment, the One Health consultants can help. From diagnostics to procedures, we aim to help you feel better.
Before your procedure, the consultant will ask if you’d like gas and air or a sedative. If you have the sedative, you must arrange for someone to pick you up from the appointment, as you won’t be able to drive for 24 hours.
If you’re having a colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy, you should only eat plain foods for two days before the procedure. One day before the appointment, the clinic will give you sachets of laxatives to drink to empty your bowels. You may not be able to eat for six hours before the procedure. Confirm the specifics of your treatment preparation with your healthcare team.
As with any procedure, lower GI and colorectal treatments have risks and complications. You can discuss the specific risks with your doctor.
Risks include:
Stomach cramps following the procedure are normal. You may also notice a small amount of blood.
The appointment will last 15-45 minutes. You should expect to be at the hospital for a few hours. If you had a sedative, you may feel tired and need to rest at home.
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Will I need a follow-up after Lower Gastrointestinal/Colorectal treatments?
One Health waiting times from consultation to treatment are 3 - 7 weeks on average.
