Michael H Tarlowe, MD

03/03/2026

https://www.michaeltarlowemd.com/blog/beyond-the-basics-what-your-colonoscopy-results-really-mean

Happy Colore**al Cancer Awareness Month!

Colonoscopy results can feel confusing — even when nothing serious is found. Understanding what a colonoscopy is looking for — and what basic results mean f

02/03/2026

https://www.michaeltarlowemd.com/blog/plagued-by-pilonidal-disease-3-ways-to-prevent-painful-flare-ups-and-how-laser-hair-removal-can-he

Pilonidal disease is a chronic condition that benefits from regular care. Here, learn three simple steps you can take to reduce flare-ups — and find out how l

04/02/2023

https://www.michaeltarlowemd.com/blog/do-i-need-to-worry-about-my-lipoma

Lipomas are benign, fleshy growths that can appear anywhere you have fat cells. While most lipomas don’t cause problems, there are times when it makes sense t

03/10/2023

https://www.michaeltarlowemd.com/blog/know-the-guidelines-for-colore**al-screenings-a-colonoscopy-can-save-your-life

Colore**al cancer is one of the most common cancers, claiming thousands of lives every year in the United States. Regular colore**al cancer screening is designe

03/01/2023

https://www.wsj.com/articles/more-young-people-are-getting-colore**al-cancers-and-doctors-dont-know-why-e5b51ca9

The American Cancer Society said about 20% of new colore**al cancer diagnoses were in patients under 55 in 2019, compared with 11% in 1995.

05/20/2022

We are finally in our permanent space in Deerfield Beach!

01/03/2022

Happy New Year everyone! Please read my latest blog:

A**l fissures are a relatively common cause of re**al bleeding, especially if you’re frequently constipated. If you have an a**l fissure — or if you routine

12/16/2021

My new practice in south Florida is now open! We are temporarily in Coral Springs with plans to move to our permanent space in Deerfield Beach in February 2022. Stay tuned!

12/07/2020

https://www.michaeltarlowemd.com/blog/what-causes-anore**al-fistulas-and-what-are-my-treatment-options

Anore**al fistulas are caused by deep infections, and medical intervention is necessary to prevent more serious problems from developing. Here’s how to tell i

09/01/2020

Please check out my September blog!

Every year, about 250,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with a**l fissures, making them a relatively common problem among people of all ages. It may be difficult to know when to get treatment — and how to avoid developing a fissure in the first place.

08/12/2020

Please check out my blog for August. If you are due for a colonoscopy, now is a great time to get one!

Are you dreading your first colonoscopy? Don’t let fear get in your way. Chances are you’ll doze through the whole thing. Here’s what you should know.