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What're the symptoms of proctitis?
Discharge of blood and mucus and intense pain in the area of the rectum and anus are all signs of proctitis. Patients feel the urge to have frequent bowel movements even when there is nothing present to eliminate. They may also have constipation, diarrhea, fever, and open sores around the anus. Other symptoms include cramping, lower back pain, difficulty urinating, and impotence. Oral/anal contact can spread certain protozoa (Giardia and amoeba) which can cause infection in the gastrointestinal tract. Abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and foul smelling diarrhea can be symptoms of this problem. Other related conditions which can cause similar symptoms include inflamed hemorrhoids, rectal fissures, or abscesses. |
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More information on proctitis
What is proctitis? - Proctitis is inflammation of the lining of the rectum, called the rectal mucosa. Proctitis can be short term (acute) or long term (chronic).
What is ulcerative proctitis? - Ulcerative proctitis refers to a common subcategory of ulcerative colitis, in which bowel inflammation is limited to the rectum.
What causes proctitis? - Proctitis is caused most often by sexually transmitted diseases, including gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes simplex (genital herpes), candidiasis, and chlamydia.
What're the symptoms of proctitis? - Discharge of blood and mucus and intense pain in the area of the rectum and anus are all signs of proctitis. Other symptoms include cramping, lower back pain.
How is proctitis diagnosed? - Proctitis is diagnosed by a patient history and physical examination. It is confirmed by a proctoscopy.
What're the treatments for proctitis? - In addition to conventional treatments, acupuncture, herbs, and nutritional supplements, such as omega-3 fatty acids and magnesium, may also provide relief from the symptoms of proctitis.
How to prevent proctitis? - Several steps can be taken to prevent the development of proctitis. Avoiding anal intercourse may prevent proctitis from being spread by sexual transmission. |
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