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Proctitis

Proctitis is an inflammation of the rectum that causes discomfort, bleeding, and occasionally, a discharge of mucus or pus.

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Symptoms

Bloody stools; Constipation; Rectal bleeding; Rectal discharge, pus; Rectal pain or discomfort; Tenesmus (pain with b...

Causes

There are many causes of proctitis, but they can be grouped in the following categories: Autoimmune disease; Harmful ...

Tests

Examination of stool sample; Proctoscopy; Rectal culture; Sigmoidoscopy.

Treatments

Successful treatment of the underlying cause usually cures the problem. Proctitis caused by infection is treated with...

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Alternative Therapies

Depending on the cause of proctitis, alternative medicine has several types of treatments available. If proctitis is ...

Risk Factors

Complications

Anal fistula; Anemia; Recto-vaginal fistula (women; Severe bleeding.

Prevention

Safer sex behaviors may prevent the disease from being spread during sexual activity.

Doctor Specialties

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of proctitis.

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