Proctitis

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Inflammation of the lining of the tube connected to the end of the colon, called the rectum.

Description

In proctitis, the lining of the muscular tube connected to the end of the colon, called the rectum, is inflamed. Common causes include inflammatory bowel disease and sexually transmitted infections.

Overview

Proctitis can cause rectal pain and an ongoing feeling of needing to pass stool.

Symptoms

Treatment depends on the cause but may include medicines.

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