Colorectal
At StarMed Specialist centre, we offer swift and effective treatment with non-surgical and minimally-invasive procedures to diagnose and treat colorectal issues and conditions that include faecal incontinence, piles (Haemorrhoids), and colorectal cancer.
Headed by Dr Dennis Koh, Colorectal Surgeon and Medical Director of Colorectal Practice; and Senior Consultant Surgeon Dr Sharon Koh, our colorectal clinic believes in preventive care and early detection with personalised care for a smooth patient journey.
Colorectal Conditions
Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer among both men and women, affecting 1 in every 20 Singaporeans in their lifetime. It usually begins as small, non-cancerous polyps in the large intestine (colon) that silently manifest to become cancerous over a period of 5 to 10 years. Thankfully, the earlier the cancer is detected at its early stages, the easier it is to prevent and cure.
Common symptoms include:
- Persistent change in bowel habits
- Blood in stool
- Unexplained weight loss
- Abdominal pain or bloating
- Persistent tiredness
Risk Factors:
- Individuals aged 50 and above
- Individuals with a family history of colorectal cancer
- Smoking and heavy use of alcohol
- Obesity and a sedentary lifestyle
What can you do about it?
Lifestyle changes can prevent your risk of colon cancer:
- Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains
- Drink alcohol in moderation
- Exercise regularly
- Maintain a healthy weight
Early detection is the best way to prevent or treat colorectal cancer. Schedule a health screening with us or speak to a specialist if you have any concerns with regards to colorectal cancer.
Find out more about our colorectal cancer screening package here.
Piles, also known as haemorrhoids is often a painful condition caused by enlarged and inflamed blood vessels in the anus and lower rectum. Piles can be caused by various factors that include chronic constipation or diarrhoea, and prolonged straining during bowel movements.
Common symptoms include:
- Changes in bowel habits
- Bleeding during defecation
- Pain during and after defecation
- Presence of lumps around or at the anus
- Itchiness around the anus
What can you do about it?
- Eat high-fibre foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains
- Over-the-counter haemorrhoid cream
- Soaking in a warm bath
Make an appointment with a Colorectal specialist if you are experiencing persistent symptoms of piles.
A diagnostic procedure that examines the entire colon and rectum by inserting a thin, flexible tube with a small light and camera through the anus and rectum until it reaches the beginning of the colon.
The excision of polyps (polypectomy) or the biopsy of abnormal mucosa in the inner lining of the colon pre-rectum can also be performed during the colonoscopy.
Find out more about what to expect from a Colonoscopy here.
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An operation to remove severe or prolapsed haemorrhoids. During a stapled haemorrhoidectomy, the prolapsed tissue is pulled back to its original position, and the cut edges are stapled together for healing.
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The most common and effective way to treat an anal abscess, by making an incision in the sac to allow the pus to drain out.
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