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Diarrhea, Should I Be Concerned About It?
The term "Diarrhea" is many times misused. Patients jump to the conclusion they have diarrhea because their stool is not formed or when there is an increase in frequency. Actually, diarrhea is a symptom and not a disease. There are abundant diseases that are...
Is Genetics Really A Factor for Colon Cancer?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), if you have a family history of colorectal (colon) cancer, it can make you more likely to get colorectal cancer yourself; if you have family members who have had colon cancer or polyps, you are at a...
What You Need to Know Before Getting Colorectal Surgery
Dr. Jeffery Snow, M.D. has been a senior partner at Surgery Specialists of South Broward for 17 years and was named one of America’s top surgeons three years in a row. His compassionate approach to care involves educating patients and walking them through every step...
What are hemorrhoids?
Dr. Jeffrey Snow has more than 20 years of experience surgically treating hemorrhoids. In addition, you’ll have an experienced and caring team to help you through your journey. This article will review some of the basics of hemorrhoid symptoms, causes, and treatments....
What are the Warning Signs and Treatment Options for Colorectal Cancer?
Dr. Jeffrey Snow has more than 20 years of experience treating colorectal cancer. you’ll have an experienced and caring team to help you through your journey. In this article, we’ll review some of the basic warning signs and treatment options for colorectal cancer to...
Acid Reflux: What Patients Need to Know
If you suffer from acid reflux, contact Dr. Jeffrey Snow. Dr. Snow is a board-certified general and colorectal surgeon and is highly experienced in treating acid reflux in all types of patients. In this article, we will review some of the basic causes, symptoms, and...
What is Diverticulitis?
When you feel abdominal pain or tenderness, it is essential to visit your doctor. With a visit to Dr. Snow, you can diagnose and catch what is ailing you early. What is Diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is the presence of diverticula or small bulging pouches that can...
A Colonoscopy Can Save Your Life
For many of us, rushing to a surgical center or hospital to have a colonoscopy is not our first idea of what we would like to do that day. For many of us, it sounds embarrassing and painful. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that we begin having a...