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Dr. Kirbi Lanae Yelorda, MD, MS is a general practitioner in Pleasanton, CA specializing in general practice and colon & rectal surgery. She graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Kirbi Lanae Yelorda, MD, MS is affiliated with Stanford Health Care.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:
Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.
Dr. Kirbi Lanae Yelorda, MD, MS graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. She completed residency at Stanford University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery, General Surgery and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, General Surgery
Licensed In: California
Dr. Kirbi Lanae Yelorda, MD, MS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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Dr. Kirbi Yelorda sees patients in Pleasanton, CA. Her medical specialty is general practice. She has an open panel in Pleasanton, CA according to Yext.
