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Gall bladder surgery – Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
What is the gall bladder? The gall bladder is a pear-shaped organ, about the size of a golf ball, that lies just beneath the right side of the liver. Its main function is to act as a reservoir to collect and concentrate bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. Bile, which is a clear golden yellow liquid, is […]
LEARN MOREPiles (Haemorrhoids)
The lining of the anus contains three clumps (cushions) of soft and spongy paddings that help to act as an extra seal to keep the anus closed to prevent leakage of mucus . The mucus lubricates the faeces so that it can be passed out easily. These spongy pads (piles) are supported in the […]
LEARN MOREStomach (Gastric) Cancer
What is the stomach cancer? The stomach lies in the upper part of the abdomen, just below the ribs. It has an important role in food digestion. The food that we eat passes down the oesophagus (gullet) and into the stomach. The stomach produces acid and enzymes to help digest the food. Once broken […]
LEARN MOREColorectal Cancer
What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer is the cancer of the colon and rectum. It is also known as bowel cancer or cancer of the large intestine. Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer in Singapore and the second most common cause of death after heart disease. Colorectal cancer usually begins as polyps that […]
LEARN MOREAnal fissure
Anal fissure is a common and debilitating condition which can cause pain, discomfort and disability far exceeding that might be expected from the size of the lesion. Pain, frequently described as “cutting” in nature, usually occurs during passage of stools and can continue even after defecation. This is usually accompanied by limited fresh per […]
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