Definition Pain in the rectum can occur when there is irritation due to injury, inflammation or indigestion. Of the multitude of possible causes, harmless ones are the most common. If the pain persists for a longer period of time and especially if accompanying symptoms such as blood in the stool occur, a doctor should definitely … Pain in the rectum
Therapy How long the pain in the rectum lasts varies and depends mainly on the cause of the pain. In the case of constipation, the pain is usually strongest during and after bowel movements and usually subsides and can even disappear completely. In the case of inflammation or injury to the intestinal mucosa, the pain … Therapy | Pain in the rectum
Nocturnal pain in the rectum Pain in the rectum, which occurs only at night or in the early morning hours, should also make one think of a so-called “Proctalgia fugax”. This causes cramp-like, severe pain that lasts up to 30 minutes and then disappears. In the case of these symptoms, the family doctor should be … Nocturnal pain in the rectum | Pain in the rectum
Definition A torn anus is a frequently painful tear in the mucous membrane of the anal canal of the anus, which is called the anoderm. Typically (in about 90% of cases) the posterior commissure of the anal canal is affected. This is the back, i.e. the side of the anus facing the coccyx. Typical symptoms … Torn anus
Diagnosis A torn anus is typically diagnosed on the basis of an inspection of the anus in combination with the information provided by the patient about symptoms, previous illnesses and stool habits. The tear is usually found at 6 o’clock in the so-called lithotomy position, i.e. lying on the back towards the coccyx. Lateral tears … Diagnosis | Torn anus
Torn anus in the child One of the most common reasons for a visit to the doctor in childhood is bleeding in the rectum. With the help of a thorough anamnesis and physical examination, the list of possible diagnoses can usually be easily narrowed down. By far the most common cause of blood in children’s … Torn anus in the child | Torn anus