Dr. David J Orcutt MD
Colon and Rectal Surgeon
1230 E Main St Mankato Clinic @ Mai Mankato MN, 56002Rating
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Dr. David Orcutt is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in Mankato, MN. Dr. Orcutt specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Orcutt 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.
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Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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How are hemorrhoids treated in elderly people?
By definition, everyone has “hemorrhoids.” We were born with them. I instruct patients they are the normal flooding and/or “pleats” at the junction of the anus and rectum. They allow for the anal canal to expand and open during defecation. If the hemorrhoidal tissue becomes larger in size, it becomes bothersome. It completely depends on a patient's examination in the office. Age has nothing to do with hemorrhoids. Hope that helps. READ MORE
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MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM - MANKATOl
1025 MARSH STREET MANKATO MN 56001