Dr. Haneen AlBoosta — Consultant General, Endocrine & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Dr. Haneen AlBoosta — Consultant General, Endocrine & Laparoscopic Surgeon in Bahrain
A general surgeon assesses and treats conditions of the abdomen, digestive system, breast, skin and soft tissue, and — in this clinic — the endocrine glands. In Bahrain, the most common reasons for a general surgery consultation are gallstones, hernias, breast lumps, thyroid nodules and anorectal problems. The consultation clarifies the diagnosis, and only then discusses whether observation, medical treatment or an operation is appropriate.
Right upper abdominal pain after fatty meals, often with nausea, is a typical pattern for gallstones. An ultrasound and blood tests usually confirm the diagnosis. Gallstones that cause repeated attacks are generally treated with laparoscopic surgery, while stones found incidentally and causing no symptoms are often simply monitored.
A hernia appears as a bulge that becomes more obvious on standing, coughing or lifting. Small, painless hernias may be watched. Repair is advised when the hernia enlarges, becomes uncomfortable or limits activity, and urgently if it becomes hard, tender and irreducible.
Breast lumps are assessed with examination and imaging, with a biopsy added only when the findings need clarification. Anorectal symptoms such as bleeding, pain or itching are examined carefully; rectal bleeding is never assumed to be hemorrhoids without an assessment.
See a surgeon when a condition may need an operation or a surgical opinion — for example gallstones, a hernia, a breast or neck lump, or an anorectal problem that has not settled with medical treatment.
No. A large part of the consultation is deciding whether surgery is needed at all. Many patients leave with a monitoring or medical plan instead.
Any ultrasound, mammogram, CT or MRI reports and images, recent blood tests, biopsy results and a list of your current medications.
Yes. Gallbladder removal and many hernia repairs are performed laparoscopically where appropriate, which usually means smaller incisions and a faster return to normal activity.
Severe, constant pain with fever, repeated vomiting, yellowing of the eyes or skin, or a hernia that becomes hard and painful should be assessed at an emergency department without delay.
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Reviewed by Dr. Haneen AlBoosta, Consultant General & Endocrine Surgeon. This page is updated periodically to remain consistent with current medical references and international guidelines. It is intended for general education and does not replace an individual medical consultation, examination or treatment plan.