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Proctitis



Digestive system
Digestive system
Rectum
Rectum


Proctitis

Alternative Names:

Inflammation - rectum; Rectal inflammation
Treatment:

Successful treatment of the underlying cause usually cures the problem. Proctitis caused by infection is treated with antibiotics specific for the causative organism. Corticosteroids or mesalamine suppositories may relieve symptoms in Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.


Expectations (prognosis):


The probable outcome is good with treatment.


Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

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




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