General Surgery
General Surgery | Minimally Invasive, Gastrointestinal, Gallbladder, Hernia, Thyroid and Breast Care
General surgery is not limited to conditions that require an operation. Abdominal pain, gallstones, hernia, rectal bleeding, haemorrhoids, gastrointestinal polyps, thyroid or breast lumps and subcutaneous lumps can first be assessed before observation, medication, endoscopy, a minimally invasive procedure or surgery is considered.
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Which Situation Applies to You?
Right upper abdominal pain, especially after fatty food
Gallstones or gallbladder inflammation can cause upper abdominal pain, nausea, fever or jaundice.
Learn More：Right upper abdominal pain, especially after fatty foodA lump in the groin or around the navel
A lump that is more obvious when standing, coughing or straining may be a hernia.
Learn More：A lump in the groin or around the navelUpper abdominal pain, reflux or swallowing difficulty
A doctor can assess whether gastroscopy is appropriate for persistent symptoms, black stool or indigestion.
Learn More：Upper abdominal pain, reflux or swallowing difficultyBlood in stool or a change in bowel habit
Bleeding, persistent bowel-habit change, anaemia or family history may require further assessment.
Learn More：Blood in stool or a change in bowel habitAnal pain, bleeding or a lump
Haemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses and fistulas require different treatment, so diagnosis comes first.
Learn More：Anal pain, bleeding or a lumpA lump in the neck
Most thyroid nodules are benign, but some require ultrasound, needle sampling or surgical assessment.
Learn More：A lump in the neckA breast lump
A breast lump, nipple discharge or skin change should be assessed even though it does not always indicate cancer.
Learn More：A breast lumpA skin or subcutaneous lump
Lumps that grow quickly, harden, become painful or inflamed, or remain uncertain should be assessed.
Learn More：A skin or subcutaneous lumpSudden persistent abdominal pain
Seek prompt medical care if pain is severe or accompanied by fever, persistent vomiting or marked illness.
Learn More：Sudden persistent abdominal painCommon General Surgery Areas
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Many surgical conditions do not require immediate surgery. A general surgeon first reviews symptoms and examination findings, then arranges imaging, endoscopy or other tests when appropriate before discussing treatment options.
Gallbladder, Gallstones and Bile Duct Conditions
Assessment of right upper abdominal pain, gallstones, cholecystitis, polyps and bile-duct concerns.
View DetailsHernia
Assessment of groin, femoral, umbilical, incisional and abdominal-wall hernias.
View DetailsGastroscopy and Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions
Assessment of upper abdominal pain, reflux, swallowing difficulty, black stool and related symptoms.
View DetailsColonoscopy, Polyps and Colorectal Screening
Assessment of bleeding, bowel-habit change, polyps and individual screening needs.
View DetailsHaemorrhoids and Anal Conditions
Diagnosis and treatment planning for haemorrhoids, fissures, severe pain, swelling or discharge.
View DetailsThyroid Surgery
Assessment of neck lumps and thyroid nodules, including ultrasound and FNA when appropriate.
View DetailsBreast Surgery
Assessment of breast lumps, nipple discharge, skin changes and imaging abnormalities.
View DetailsSkin and Subcutaneous Lumps
Assessment and suitable minor procedures for lipomas, cysts and other superficial lumps.
View DetailsAssessment Before Treatment
Does Seeing a General Surgeon Mean I Need Surgery?
No. General surgeons also assess abdominal, gastrointestinal, gallbladder, hernia, anal, thyroid, breast and subcutaneous-lump conditions. Some need only observation, lifestyle measures, medication, endoscopy or follow-up. Surgery is discussed only when its expected benefits outweigh its risks.
Which Symptoms Need Prompt Medical Care?
Seek emergency medical care if symptoms are severe, rapidly worsening or may represent an emergency.
Specialist in General Surgery
Dr Chow Man Po
Clinical interests include gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery, thyroid and breast conditions, hernia and subcutaneous lumps, with endoscopy and suitable minimally invasive procedures.
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