Office Visit and Anorectal preparation
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Hemorrhoid banding, infrared coagulation and proctosigmoidoscopy are the only procedures performed at Dr. Tsang's clinical office on West 41st Avenue.
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All surgery (e.g. hernia, gallbladder, fistula), colonoscopy and minor surgeries (e.g. cysts or lipomas) are performed at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital on Prince Edward Street.
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For the office evaluation of rectal bleeding and anorectal conditions, please insert a glycerine suppository 1-2 hours prior to your office visit in order to stimulate a bowel movement. This will assist Dr. Tsang’s evaluation of the area and enhance your comfort.
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Glycerine suppositories are available over the counter at any pharmacy
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Dr. Tsang will conduct the anorectal examination with utmost professionalism and skill based upon his more than two decades of experience. We understand that an anorectal examination can be a very stressful and sensitive experience. If you have any concerns about the examination, please be sure to relay your concerns to Dr. Tsang prior to the examination.
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Based upon Dr. Tsang's complete evaluation of your hemorrhoid condition, hemorrhoid banding may be offered at the INITIAL visit. Hemorrhoid banding is a very well tolerated office based procedure typically associated with only minor discomfort. Very rarely, there can be significant pain, the development of a secondary external hemorrhoid thrombosis, or severe post hemorrhoid banding bleeding.