Urgent Care
Prompt & Reliable Care for Your Urgent Needs
Sometimes it can be hard to tell if the health problem you’re facing is considered “urgent.” Keep reading to gain insight into the type of emergencies we frequently cater to and why:
Rectal Bleeding
Continual blood coming from your rectum should be addressed by a professional at Houston Colon right away. The blood can show up in the stool itself, on toilet paper, or in the toilet bowl. Things like constipation and hard stools can cause rectal bleeding, but it’s best to get this issue checked out by professionals. This way, we can rule out the possibilities of underlying problems such as anal or colon cancer, Crohn’s Disease, colon polyps, ulcerative colitis, and other conditions.
Rectal Pain
Some of the most common causes of rectal pain include hemorrhoids, anal fissures, gastrointestinal disease, and more. Rectal pain can occur due to inflammatory bowel disease, injuries to the area, or localized infections. Though rectal pain is a fairly common issue among the patients we treat, it is crucial to get checked by a professional to ensure your underlying condition can be managed and that there is nothing more serious present.
Severe Abdominal Pain
If you’re suffering from prolonged and severe abdominal pain of any kind, it’s best to seek out medical attention as soon as possible. This could be caused by anything from gallstones to inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers, appendicitis, pancreatitis, or, most commonly, diverticulitis. Even colon cancer can cause these types of symptoms. Constant gas and indigestion can sometimes be the beginning signs of a more severe issue. We’ll get to the root of the problem, treat it, and support you through the entire process so you can live comfortably again.
Bowel Obstruction
Some patients come to us with crampy abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, inability to pass gas or stool, a bloated abdomen, and other symptoms that point to an instance of bowel obstruction. This is a condition where the material is prevented from passing through the bowel as it naturally should. Bowel obstruction can be brought on by certain medications and can also be a result of fibrous tissue buildup in the abdomen or constipation. However, more serious conditions that are life-threatening such as colon cancer should be evaluated. Whatever is causing your bowel obstruction, we have the urgent care you need to help get you some relief.
Innovative Telehealth Solutions for Your Convenience
Even in those times where making it to our physical location is not an option, we proudly offer easy-to-use telehealth services. With the convenience of speaking to a board-certified doctor, we just made it that much easier for you to get the urgent care you need. Feel free to fill out our Telehealth service form, and we will send you an email with information on how to connect with one of our seasoned doctors from the comfort of your own home. All you need is a computer, iPad, or smartphone! No apps to install, no travel, and no hidden or added fees for receiving the urgent care you need.