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Anorectal abscess

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Alternative Names

Anal abscess; Rectal abscess; Abscess - anorectal


Symptoms
  • Painful, hardened tissue in the perianal area
  • Discharge of pus from the rectum
  • Lump or nodule, swollen, red, tender at edge of anus
  • Fever
  • Pain associated with bowel movements
  • Constipation (may occur)

Signs and tests

A rectal examination may confirm that you have an anorectal abscess. A proctosigmoidoscopy may be done to rule out other diseases.


Review Date: 07/14/2006
Reviewed By: J.A. Lee, M.D., Division of Surgery, UCSF, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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