What is an Anal Fissure An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining (mucosa) of the anus. Typical symptoms associated with anal fissures are pain and bleeding. Fissures are quite common, but are often confused with other causes of pain and bleeding, such as hemorrhoids. The pain associated with an anal fissure occurs during or after a bowel movement and may feel like a tearing, burning, or ripping sensation. Once a fissure develops, the painful symptoms may accompany every bowel movement thereafter. The Continue reading →

An Anal Fistula is almost always the result of a previous anal abscess, which is an infected cavity filled with pus found near the anus or rectum. Anal Abscesses form when small glands located just inside the anus get clogged and become infected. A fistula is a small tunnel that forms under the skin and connects a previously infected anal gland to the skin on the buttocks outside the anus. Certain conditions – colitis or other inflammatory conditions of the intestine – can sometimes make Continue reading →

The following list highlights a few in a wide variety of surgical procedures performed by Dr. Zadeh. Click on the conditions and surgeries listed below to read more information about each one. Laparoscopic Surgery Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal) Colectomy Appendectomy Ventral Hernia Repair Robotic Surgery Gastrointestinal Surgery Hernia Repair Breast Surgery Hemorrhoids Anal Fistulas Anal Fissures Pilonidal Cyst Surgery Endocrine Surgery Thyroid Parathyroid Skin and Soft Tissue (Lipomas, Sebaceous Cysts, Lumps, Bumps, etc.) Botox Dermal Fillers (Juvéderm)