What Is Proctitis?
Proctitis is an inflammation of the rectumthat causes discomfort, bleeding, and occasionally, a discharge of mucus or pus.
Alternative Names
Inflammation - rectum; Rectal inflammation
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
There are many causes of proctitis, but they can be grouped in the following categories:
- Autoimmune disease
- Harmful substances
- Non-sexually transmitted infection
- Sexually transmitted disease (STD)
Proctitis caused by STD is common...
Read moreMore information on "What Is Proctitis?"
From Our Experts
Introducing Dr. Todd Eisner
Hello everyone. My name is Todd Eisner, and I am a gastroenterologist in private practice in Boca Raton, Florida. Twice a month, we will be... Read more »
Antioxidants: friend or foe?
For the past decade we've heard all about the amazing benefits of antioxidants; as a result many of us try to incorporate into our diets... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your IBD Questions: Treating Colitis and Crohn's
I am a 28 year old male who has been experiencing bloody diarrhea for the past few weeks. I went to my primary doctor who performed a... Read more »
Understanding Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) hosted a web/tele-conference this past week called, Ulcerative Colitis - The A to Z of... Read more »
From Our Sources
Proctitis: streptococcal
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Perianal streptococcal cellulitis is an inflammation of the anus and rectum caused by Streptococcus bacteria.Alternative NamesStreptococcal... Read more »
Rectal culture
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Culture - rectalNormal ValuesFinding organisms that are usually found in the body is normal and does not indicate disease.Normal value ranges may... Read more »
Sigmoidoscopy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Flexible sigmoidoscopy; Sigmoidoscopy - flexible; Proctoscopy; Proctosigmoidoscopy; Rigid sigmoidoscopyNormal ValuesNormal findings show that the... Read more »
Tenesmus
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Tenesmus is the feeling that you constantly need to pass stools, even though your bowels are already empty. It may involve straining, pain, and... Read more »
Mesalamine-Cleansing Wipes Rect Uses and How to Use
Source: FirstDatabank Drug
Generic Name: MESALAMINE (5-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID) ENEMA - RECTALPronounced: (mess-AL-uh-meen)Mesalamine-Cleansing Wipes Rect Uses Mesalamine... Read more »
Seven Common Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis 
Seven Nutrition Tips for Ulcerative Colitis Patients 
Quiz: Do You Know What Your Stool is Telling You? 
Six Risk Factors for Ulcerative Colitis Featuring Content From:
- About Us |
- Contact Us |
- Privacy Policy |
- Terms of Use |
- Security Policy |
- Advertising Policy |
- Advertise With Us
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2013 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
