General Surgery and Colorectal Health Articles & Patient Resources
Explore expert articles on colorectal conditions, including haemorrhoids, anal fissures, bowel health, anoscopy, and screening. Learn about symptoms, treatments, and when to seek specialist care.
Anal Cancer and HRA: Key Takeaways from the Well Well Well Podcast
Dr Matt Marino discusses anal cancer and HRA on JOY 94.9’s Well, Well, Well podcast. Listen and learn more about screening and awareness.
Gay and Bisexual Men and Anal Surgery: What You Should Know Before Treatment
Learn how anal surgery can affect sexual function, recovery, and return to sex for gay and bisexual men, and why open discussion with your surgeon matters.
HPV and Anal Cancer: How did I get it, am I infectious, and what does it mean?
Learn how HPV leads to anal pre-cancer and anal cancer, how it’s transmitted, whether it remains infectious, and what this means for sexual activity.
What Do I Need to Know About HRA (High-Resolution Anoscopy)
High-Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) is a key screening tool for anal pre-cancer. Learn who should have HRA, how it works, and why early detection matters.
Anal Cancer – What Is It, Am I at Risk and Should I Be Screened?
Anal cancer is rare but rising in high-risk groups. Learn the symptoms, HPV link, who should be screened, and how early detection improves outcomes.
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