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Dr. Bradley Holmes Bennett, M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgeon

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Dr. Bradley Bennett, M.D.
  • Rockville, MD
  • Accepting new patients

Are there any home remedies for hemorrhoids?

All you can do for hemorrhoids is a high fiber diet. They don’t go away.

Do all polyps turn into cancer?

Not necessarily but since we can’t be sure until the final pathology, all colon polyps are removed when discovered.

What is the aftercare for hemorrhoid surgery like?

Your aftercare instructions will be given to you by your surgeon. General guidelines would be lots of fluids, stop pain meds as soon as you are able as they cause constipation, READ MORE
Your aftercare instructions will be given to you by your surgeon. General guidelines would be lots of fluids, stop pain meds as soon as you are able as they cause constipation, fiber supplement, and stool softeners.

Is it possible to have colonic polyps when you're young?

Yes it is possible to get polyps at a young age but is not likely the reason for your pain. You should be evaluated by a colon and rectal for your rectal pain.

Surgery for my bleeding hemorrhoids?

You need to be examined by a colon and rectal surgeon.

My mother has a problem of impacted stools. What can we do for it?

She needs to see a specialist to determine the cause and then propose a solution.

Colonoscopy question

No. You will have monitored sedation.

Constant anal itching

There are many causes of anal itching with pain and bleeding. A colon and rectal doctor should examine the area and offer treatment options.

Will a good diet detox help clean my colon?

You don’t need to clean the colon. The colon is healthiest when it has a good balance of bacteria.

How is anal incontinence treated?

Unlikely, but he should be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon to manage his colon issues.

Why do I have a little bleeding after my colonoscopy?

It COULD be that internal hemorrhoids were disturbed during your colonoscopy.

How do you identify anal fissures?

It is diagnosed by a colon and rectal surgeon. Typically it is mainly a visual exam because it is so painful.

What are the chances that my polyps could be cancer?

Unfortunately you need to wait for the biopsy results.

How will Dicylomine work on treating my IBD?

It is an antispasmodic that cuts down on cramping.

Can lower back pain cause pain in my rectum?

No it can not cause pain in the rectum.

Is surgery necessary for diverticulitis?

It may or may not be necessary but it is important for your father to be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon. There are many different circumstances but if your father needs READ MORE
It may or may not be necessary but it is important for your father to be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon. There are many different circumstances but if your father needs surgery, it is much better to be done electively rather than as an emergency.

Can hemorrhoids cause internal injury?

Hemorrhoid creams do not work long term and in some cases cause harm. You should be evaluated by a colon and rectal surgeon in the office.

When should I start going to a proctologist?

For that you need to see a urologist not a proctologist.