Hemorrhoids: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Options in Southwest Louisiana
Hemorrhoids explained: internal vs. external, symptoms, when to see a surgeon, and treatment from fiber to banding and surgery. Call (337) 527-6363.
Journal · Sulphur Surgical Clinic
Patient-friendly notes on the procedures we do every day.
Written by the surgeons at Sulphur Surgical Clinic for the people of Southwest Louisiana. A new entry every other Tuesday.
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EVLT vs. Varithena: Which Vein Treatment Is Right for You?
Not sure whether you need EVLT or Varithena for varicose veins? Lake Area Vein Center in Lake Charles, LA explains the difference and helps you choose. Call (337) 425-9300.
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Abdominal Wall Hernias: Types, Symptoms, and When to See a Surgeon
Learn about the different types of abdominal wall hernias — inguinal, umbilical, incisional, epigastric, and more — including symptoms, complications, and when surgical repair is needed in Southwest Louisiana.
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Basal Cell Carcinoma: Diagnosis, Subtypes, and Surgical Management
Learn about basal cell carcinoma — the most common skin cancer — including how it's diagnosed, its subtypes, and how surgical excision is used to treat it in Southwest Louisiana.
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GERD and Upper Endoscopy: What Patients in Sulphur & Lake Charles Need to Know
Experiencing chronic heartburn or acid reflux? Sulphur Surgical Clinic offers upper endoscopy (EGD) in Sulphur and Lake Charles, LA to diagnose GERD and protect your health. Call (337) 425-9300.
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Colorectal Cancer in Louisiana: Screening, Symptoms, and Surgical Treatment
Louisiana ranks among the highest states for colorectal cancer. Sulphur Surgical Clinic's board-certified surgeons offer expert screening and surgical care in Sulphur and Lake Charles. Call (337) 527-6363.
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Spider Veins: What They Are, Why They Appear, and How Sclerotherapy Can Help
Bothered by spider veins on your legs? Lake Area Vein Center at Sulphur Surgical Clinic offers cosmetic sclerotherapy in Sulphur and Lake Charles, LA. CareCredit accepted. Call (337) 425-9300.
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Hernia Repair: Laparoscopic and Open Surgical Techniques
Understand the surgical options for hernia repair — including laparoscopic TEP inguinal hernia repair, open Lichtenstein repair, and incisional hernia techniques — from the surgeons at Sulphur Surgical Clinic in Southwest Louisiana.
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Gallbladder Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and When You Need Surgery
Gallbladder pain, gallstones, or cholecystitis? Sulphur Surgical Clinic's board-certified surgeons offer expert gallbladder evaluation and minimally invasive surgery in Sulphur, LA. Call (337) 527-6363.
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AI-Assisted Colonoscopy in Southwest Louisiana — Only at Sulphur Surgical Clinic
Sulphur Surgical Clinic is the only practice offering AI-assisted colonoscopy in Southwest Louisiana. Better polyp detection, better peace of mind. Call (337) 425-9300.