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Dr. Randall D. Rogers, M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
Dr. Randall Rogers is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Rogers specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Rogers often treats conditions like rectal cancer, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diverticulitis. Colon and rectal surgeons may be referred to you by your gastroenterologist if your doctor believes you need a surgical procedure.
Dr. Randall D. Rogers, M.D.
- San Antonio, TX
- University of Texas
- Accepting new patients
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Can anesthesia for colon surgery cause constipation?
No
But narcotics and opioids after surgery are the usual culprit
But narcotics and opioids after surgery are the usual culprit
Colonoscopy prep?
Sounds like you are on the right track. In our practice we put patients on protein only starting three days before cleansing ( meats,eggs,protein) which makes the cleansing super READ MORE
Sounds like you are on the right track. In our practice we put patients on protein only starting three days before cleansing ( meats,eggs,protein) which makes the cleansing super easy with very low volume prep
Rectal exam?
An annual rectal exam in either sex can detect polyps or cancer and look for signs of hidden blood which could be life saving. (In addition to colonoscopy every 10 years for average READ MORE
An annual rectal exam in either sex can detect polyps or cancer and look for signs of hidden blood which could be life saving. (In addition to colonoscopy every 10 years for average risk patients starting at age 45
Diverticulitis ongoing and very painful?
You should get a CT right away and see if there is a drainage procedure that could help. Sounds like you meet criteria for elective sigmoid resection in the future
Rectal prolapse?
Emergent only if it wont reduce and becomes dark and compromised
Bleeding after a colonoscopy
You are probably bleeding from the polypectomy site or from inflamed hemorrhoids due to cleanout process. Both are likely to clear up without intervention -seek advice from treating READ MORE
You are probably bleeding from the polypectomy site or from inflamed hemorrhoids due to cleanout process. Both are likely to clear up without intervention -seek advice from treating MD if not
Anal fissure after surgery?
Itching is part of the healing process and should not last long. Alternatively you may be suffering from skin damage from the flush out process. That responds to Calmoseptine and READ MORE
Itching is part of the healing process and should not last long. Alternatively you may be suffering from skin damage from the flush out process. That responds to Calmoseptine and / or tolical steroids
Gas after having a colonoscopy?
Most labs have started using CO2 for insufflation during C-Scope to prevent such issues-your clinic is probably still using room air
I'm draining fluid out my anal area?
An office visit to a colorectal specialist would likely give you an answer
Opening near rectum after colonoscopy?
Sounds like a fistula-in-ano
What helps with diarrhea after colon surgery?
First you need stool evaluation and possibly colonoscopy with biopsies If no infectious /inflammatory cause found then would trial a binding agent like colestipol with or without READ MORE
First you need stool evaluation and possibly colonoscopy with biopsies
If no infectious /inflammatory cause found then would trial a binding agent like colestipol with or without a small dose of psyllium daily
If no infectious /inflammatory cause found then would trial a binding agent like colestipol with or without a small dose of psyllium daily
intense rectal pressure after fissurectomy
We do not recommend fissurectomy for anal fissure/ulcer
Sphincterotomy is treatment of choice and provides almost instant relief with no time off work
Sphincterotomy is treatment of choice and provides almost instant relief with no time off work
Will diarrhea after colon surgery go away?
Usually yes, may take a few weeks
Can I eat meat after colon resection?
No dietary restrictions needed after colon resection
Is it normal to have diarrhea after colon surgery?
This occurs frequently and is usually short lived
What medications help with constipation after colon resection?
Entereg started in preop blocks intestinal effects of pain killers After discharge Movantic or Symproic daily serves the same purpose if you are discharged on opioids/narcotics READ MORE
Entereg started in preop blocks intestinal effects of pain killers
After discharge Movantic or Symproic daily serves the same purpose if you are discharged on opioids/narcotics
After discharge Movantic or Symproic daily serves the same purpose if you are discharged on opioids/narcotics
Can I drink alcohol after colon resection surgery?
Once off of pain meds -yes
Can colon polyps be removed?
Most of them except unusually large ones can come out at time of colonoscopy
Can I get rid of an abscess close to my anus with an antibiotic?
Possibly if it is really small Most need an office drainage procedure to be resolved Some of these abscesses can be secondary to a fistula so good to follow up after it resolves READ MORE
Possibly if it is really small
Most need an office drainage procedure to be resolved
Some of these abscesses can be secondary to a fistula so good to follow up after it resolves
Most need an office drainage procedure to be resolved
Some of these abscesses can be secondary to a fistula so good to follow up after it resolves
