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Dr. Jeffrey C. Littleton
Surgeon
<p>I am a board certifiad general surgeon who treats galbladder, stomach and colon pathology. I also treat hernia, breast and thyriod problems. I have a unique expertise in the surgical treatment of burn patients as well.</p>
Dr. Jeffrey C. Littleton
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Is a colonoscopy painful?
Colonoscopy is typically done under conscious sedation. There may be some minimal discomfort during the procedure but it is rarely remembered due to the medications given during READ MORE
Colonoscopy is typically done under conscious sedation. There may be some minimal discomfort during the procedure but it is rarely remembered due to the medications given during the procedure. There may be some gas pains after that are mild and temporary.
How long before you can walk after hernia surgery?
You are able and encouraged to walk the day of surgery. Restrictions on strenuous activity may be limited by your surgeon based on the type of repair
What are the chances of getting a hernia after gallbladder surgery?
Gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) is usually done with a laparoscope through 4 small incisions. Three are 5mm and one 10mm. The likelihood of an incisional hernia is low. If READ MORE
Gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) is usually done with a laparoscope through 4 small incisions. Three are 5mm and one 10mm. The likelihood of an incisional hernia is low. If you have multiple or large gallstones the 10mm incision may have to be enlarged which would potentially increase the hernia risk.
What type of surgeon removes the appendix?
A general surgeon typically is the type of physician who performs an appendectomy.
