Dr. Jan Novak MD

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• What to Expect After Anal Fissure Surgery

  Side-Effects of Fissure SurgeryAfter a surgery, you can experience some side effects that are mostly temporary. It is recommended that you discuss the side effects with your surgeon before the surgery. The surgery doesn’t normally cause too much pain afterwards. You might experience soreness for...

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  Understanding what causes bloating is the best way to keep this condition at bay.The three most common causes of this condition are:...

• Creating Low-Gluten Bread Made Possible with Gene-Editing Technique

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• Crohn's Disease Could Delay Bowel Cancer Diagnosis

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• Foods to Avoid at All Costs With IBD

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