Anorectal Disorders
Definition
Anorectal disorders are a group of medical disorders that occur at the junction of the anal canal and the rectum.
Anorectal Disorders
One of the most embarrassing, yet common, medical complaints is that due to hemorrhoids. Itching, burning and pain around the rectum, especially during a bowel movement, can be agony.
The perianal skin tends to itch, which can result from numerous causes (see Table 1: Anorectal Disorders: Causes of Pruritus Ani).
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Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins in the anus and rectum. Hemorrhoids may develop inside or outside of the rectum, depending on the specific veins that are affected.
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Constipation is a common symptom, but it often remains unrecognized until the patient develops sequelae, such as anorectal disorders or diverticular disease
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Constipation (irregularity of bowels; lack of regular bowel movements), is a common symptom, but often, constipation remains unrecognized until the patient develops sequelae such as anorectal disorders or diverticular disease.
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