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Can I Use Cashless Insurance? Yes in several cases that is possible. However it does depend upon your insurance company and the institution the procedure is being carried out at. What Happens If I Am A New Patient? You may have referred yourself or have been referred by another specialist. We will discuss your problem and ask about your medical history. A thorough examination will then follow. We may request examinations and tests to assist and support our diagnosis. How Quickly Can I Get Back To Work After Surgery? Usually getting back to work after after being discharged occurs in 24 to 48 hours. What Are Your Emergency Contact Details? Both a mobile number and a land number will be available where the surgeon can be contacted 24 hours of the day. If I Have Dietary Restrictions Will They Be Catered To ? In every institution there is a nutritionist that caters to the individuals food habits and requirements. Also as an exception when nec

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Dr. Mehli A Nazir, MBBS, MS, F.R.C.S (Edin) is a Laparoscopic and Gastrointestinal Surgeon. On completing his M.S. (Surgery) from Mumbai in 1997, he subsequently went on to specialize in Laparoscopic and Gastro Intestinal Surgery in the U.K. up until August 2003. Dr. Nazir has his own clinic at Kemps Corner and is also affiliated to the following hospitals: Breach Candy Hospital Parsee General Hospital Masina   Hospital He is also a visiting consultant at  Cumballa  Hill Hospital and Elizabeth Nursing Home. Visit Our Website : https://doctormehlinazir.com/about-us/ https://doctormehlinazir.com/about-us/

Dr. Mehli Nazir is one of the best laparoscopic and colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists in Mumbai, India with expertise in laparoscopic and gastrointestinal surgery. Book an appointment today! Visit Our Website : https://doctormehlinazir.com/

A Pilonidal sinus is a tract,small cyst or abscess that occurs in the cleft of the buttocks. It can cause severe pain and often becomes infected. What Are The Causes Of   Pilonidal Sinus Disease ? Causes of Pilonidal sinus is believed to be chiefly  bifactional Seen in hirsute (hairy individuals) individuals with potential for free hair to lie within the natal cleft Presence of pits/dimples within the natal cleft area that promote the entrance of loose hair/debris into the subcutaneous tissue  How Are Pilonidal Sinus Treated?   Once a pilonidal sinus has been definitely identified, surgery is the treatment of choice.  Sometimes if this condition manifests with an abscess formation, then a procedure to drain the abscess will be required as a pre – requisite.  Occasionally abscess drainage alone may suffice. Surgery is done under General  Anathesia  where the entire diseased complex is excised.  Primary closure of this wound is almost always done (no re

Colectomy is a surgical procedure to remove all or part of your colon. Total Colectomy involves removing the entire colon Partial Colectomy involves removing part of the colon Proctocolectomy  involves removing both the colon and rectum How Is A Colectomy Performed? Colectomy is performed via open surgical or a Laparoscopic method. What Are The Benefits Of The Laparoscopic Or Minimally Invasive Approach? Benefits of Laparoscopic method includes: Better Cosmesis Earlier return of bowel function Less postoperative pain Shorter hospital stay Indications For   Colectomy Surgery  Some of the frequent indications for Colectomy include: Diverticular disease of the colon Colon cancer Inflammatory bowel disease i.e. Crohn’s Disease or ulcerative colitis Bowel infarction (loss of blood supply) Recovery From Surgery   Typically the patient is started on oral sips of fluids by the 1 st  post operative day itself, from where the quantity o

An anal fistula is a  passage ( tract) from the anal canal to an opening in the skin near the anus. What Is An Anal Fistula?   This a  channel extending from the anal canal (usually) to the skin in the area surrounding the anal verge.  It is frequently a result of the formation of an anal gland  infection which  may manifest as an abscess. What Is The   Treatment For Anal Fistula ? Surgery is almost always needed as only very few fistulas heal by themselves.  The procedure of choice depends on: Type of Fistula Presence/ absence of infection/large abscess. In majority of cases a  fistulotomy  procedure alone suffice.  In this the tract is  layed  open along its entire length, and the wound so created is allowed to heal by scar tissue formation.  Occasionally in the case of a complex fistula a two stage procedure is warranted to achieve full healing without complications. Recovery From Surgery Can be done as a day procedure operation. O

It is a painful tear at the lower end of the anal canal.  Why Does An Anal Fissure Occur? Anal fissure typically occur after the passage of a hard constipated motion. It sometimes is associated with other pathological processes in the colon. What Is The   Treatment Of Anal Fissures ? Like other small tears in the body an anal fissure may heal by itself within 14 – 21 days. During this period a patient should:   Increase the  fibre  in their diet Increase the oral fluid intake Not delay a bowel movement when urge to defecates occurs Apply topical ointments including a local anesthetic ointment and / or glycerol  trinitrate  preparation Sit in a warm  sitz  bath 2 – 3 times/day Oral analgesia may be required If  inspite  of the above no improvement has been achieved, then other interventions may have to be considered.  This includes amongst others: Internal  Sphincterotomy Botulinum  toxin injection

Haemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal canal.  This is a common problem that is usually not serious. Veins can swell inside the anal canal to form haemorrhoids.   How Are Haemorrhoids Diagnosed? Haemorrhoids are diagnosed by a detailed history followed by a rectal digital examination and  proctoscopy . This is all done at the clinic itself.  The history will classically entail the passage of hard motions, bright red painless bleeding associated with motions and a history of constipation. What Is The   Treatment For Haemorrhoids? Treatments of haemorrhoids depend on the stage of this disease process.  Early stage haemorrhoids are successfully treated with a combination of high  fibre  diet, plenty of oral fluids, avoidance of straining during  defaecation  and local application of topical ointment.  Surgery is almost never warranted. More advance stage haemorrhoids ( stage III  and IV) may require surgical  intervation  if all efforts at conser

A Hernia is an abnormal protrusion of intestine or part of it through an abnormal opening in the wall that normally contains it.It usually presents as a swelling noticed by the patient. Hernia repair refers to a surgical operation for the correction of a hernia.  Hernias can occur in many places, including the abdomen, groin,  diaphragm  and at the site of a previous operation. The two main types of hernia repair surgeries are: Laparoscopic  Hernia Repair Surgery Open   Hernia Repair Surgery   How Long Does It Take To Perform A Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery? Laparoscopic hernia surgical repair take typically between 1 -2 hrs depending  on the type of hernia repair the patient is undergoing. How Long Does It Take To Recover From A Hernia Surgery? Recovery from hernia begins with the commencement of fluids and diet 5  hrs  after surgery. Patient is mobilized on the same day of the surgery.  The following day patient typically goes home. In the c

Cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove your gall bladder.  This is a pear-shaped organ that sits just below your liver in the upper right side of your abdomen. What Is The Gallbladder? It is an organ that stores bile, a digestive enzyme produced by the liver. What Are The Indications? Indications of gall bladder removal include: Cholecystitis  or inflammation of the gall bladder usually associated with stones. Pancreatitis- inflammation of the pancreatic gland caused frequently by the passage  of  stones  or sludge down the common bile duct (CBD). Obstructive Jaundice – increase in bilirubin due to obstruction of the flow of bile down the CBD. Biliary colic – pain caused frequently by stone traversing the CBD.  Surgery is done principally  after the CBD has been cleared of stones. Gallbladder polyps. What Are The Benefits Of A Laparoscopic Procedure For Gallbladder Removal? Better  Cosmesis Early return to w