Anorectal abscess is a collection of pus caused by the entry of bacteria into the room around the anus and rectum.
CAUSE
The entry of bacteria into the area around the anus and rectum.
SYMPTOMS
Abscesses under the skin may be swollen, red, tender and very painful. Abscesses are located higher in the rectum, may not cause symptoms, but can cause fever and pain in the lower abdomen.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis based on examination results in the area around the anus and rectum. Using gloves, gently swelling can be felt in the rectum, although from the outside does not look any swelling.
TREATMENT
Antibiotics have limited value except in patients who experienced fever, diabetes, or infections in other body parts. Usually, treatment consists of injections with local anesthetic, opened the abscess and ooze pus. Sometimes, patients are treated and get general anesthesia before the doctor to open and drain the abscess. After all pus removed, can form a tunnel leading to abnormal skin (anorectal fistula).
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