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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Rectal pain
			\| synonyms = Proctalgia
			\| field = [[Gastroenterology]], [[Proctology]]
			\| symptoms = Pain in the [[rectum]], discomfort during [[defecation]], [[anal spasm]]
			\| complications = [[Fecal incontinence]], [[constipation]], [[anal fissure]]
			\| onset = Can be sudden or gradual
			\| duration = Varies from minutes to chronic
			\| causes = [[Hemorrhoids]], [[anal fissures]], [[proctitis]], [[anal abscess]], [[anal cancer]], [[irritable bowel syndrome]]
			\| risks = [[Chronic constipation]], [[diarrhea]], [[anal intercourse]], [[inflammatory bowel disease]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[anoscopy]], [[sigmoidoscopy]], [[colonoscopy]]
			\| differential = [[Coccygodynia]], [[pudendal neuralgia]], [[levator ani syndrome]]
			\| treatment = [[Sitz bath]], [[topical anesthetics]], [[fiber supplements]], [[analgesics]], [[surgery]]
			\| medication = [[Lidocaine]], [[nitroglycerin ointment]], [[calcium channel blockers]]
			\| frequency = Common
			\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment
			}}
	'''Rectal pain''' is a common medical condition that involves discomfort or pain in the lower portion of the [[digestive system]], specifically the [[rectum]]. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from minor issues like [[hemorrhoids]] to more serious conditions such as [[rectal cancer]] or [[anal fissures]].		'''Rectal pain''' is a common medical condition that involves discomfort or pain in the lower portion of the [[digestive system]], specifically the [[rectum]]. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from minor issues like [[hemorrhoids]] to more serious conditions such as [[rectal cancer]] or [[anal fissures]].

	==Causes==		==Causes==

	Rectal pain can be caused by a number of different conditions. Some of the most common include:		Rectal pain can be caused by a number of different conditions. Some of the most common include:

	* '''[[Hemorrhoids]]''': These are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that can be itchy or painful. They are often caused by straining during bowel movements, obesity, or pregnancy.		* '''[[Hemorrhoids]]''': These are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that can be itchy or painful. They are often caused by straining during bowel movements, obesity, or pregnancy.
	* '''[[Anal fissures]]''': These are small tears in the lining of the anus, often caused by hard stools or by straining during bowel movements. They can cause pain and bleeding.		* '''[[Anal fissures]]''': These are small tears in the lining of the anus, often caused by hard stools or by straining during bowel movements. They can cause pain and bleeding.
	* '''[[Rectal cancer]]''': This is a type of cancer that occurs in the rectum. It can cause pain, bleeding, and changes in bowel habits.		* '''[[Rectal cancer]]''': This is a type of cancer that occurs in the rectum. It can cause pain, bleeding, and changes in bowel habits.
	* '''[[Proctalgia fugax]]''': This is a condition characterized by sudden, severe pain in the rectum that can last from seconds to minutes.		* '''[[Proctalgia fugax]]''': This is a condition characterized by sudden, severe pain in the rectum that can last from seconds to minutes.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==

	The main symptom of rectal pain is an uncomfortable or painful sensation in the lower part of the digestive tract. Other symptoms can include:		The main symptom of rectal pain is an uncomfortable or painful sensation in the lower part of the digestive tract. Other symptoms can include:

	* Pain during bowel movements		* Pain during bowel movements
	* Itching or irritation around the anus		* Itching or irritation around the anus
	* Bleeding from the rectum		* Bleeding from the rectum
	* Changes in bowel habits		* Changes in bowel habits

	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==

	Diagnosis of rectal pain typically involves a physical examination, including a digital rectal exam. In some cases, additional tests may be needed, such as a [[colonoscopy]], [[sigmoidoscopy]], or imaging tests.		Diagnosis of rectal pain typically involves a physical examination, including a digital rectal exam. In some cases, additional tests may be needed, such as a [[colonoscopy]], [[sigmoidoscopy]], or imaging tests.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==

	Treatment for rectal pain depends on the underlying cause. It may include:		Treatment for rectal pain depends on the underlying cause. It may include:

	* Over-the-counter or prescription medications		* Over-the-counter or prescription medications
	* Changes in diet or lifestyle		* Changes in diet or lifestyle
	* Surgical procedures in severe cases		* Surgical procedures in severe cases

	==See also==		==See also==

	* [[Digestive system]]		* [[Digestive system]]
	* [[Colonoscopy]]		* [[Colonoscopy]]
	* [[Sigmoidoscopy]]		* [[Sigmoidoscopy]]

	[[Category:Gastroenterology]]		[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
	[[Category:Pain]]		[[Category:Pain]]
	[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Digestive system and abdomen]]		[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Digestive system and abdomen]]

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'''Rectal pain''' is a common medical condition that involves discomfort or pain in the lower portion of the [[digestive system]], specifically the [[rectum]]. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from minor issues like [[hemorrhoids]] to more serious conditions such as [[rectal cancer]] or [[anal fissures]].

==Causes==

Rectal pain can be caused by a number of different conditions. Some of the most common include:

* '''[[Hemorrhoids]]''': These are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that can be itchy or painful. They are often caused by straining during bowel movements, obesity, or pregnancy.
* '''[[Anal fissures]]''': These are small tears in the lining of the anus, often caused by hard stools or by straining during bowel movements. They can cause pain and bleeding.
* '''[[Rectal cancer]]''': This is a type of cancer that occurs in the rectum. It can cause pain, bleeding, and changes in bowel habits.
* '''[[Proctalgia fugax]]''': This is a condition characterized by sudden, severe pain in the rectum that can last from seconds to minutes.

==Symptoms==

The main symptom of rectal pain is an uncomfortable or painful sensation in the lower part of the digestive tract. Other symptoms can include:

* Pain during bowel movements
* Itching or irritation around the anus
* Bleeding from the rectum
* Changes in bowel habits

==Diagnosis==

Diagnosis of rectal pain typically involves a physical examination, including a digital rectal exam. In some cases, additional tests may be needed, such as a [[colonoscopy]], [[sigmoidoscopy]], or imaging tests.

==Treatment==

Treatment for rectal pain depends on the underlying cause. It may include:

* Over-the-counter or prescription medications
* Changes in diet or lifestyle
* Surgical procedures in severe cases

==See also==

* [[Digestive system]]
* [[Colonoscopy]]
* [[Sigmoidoscopy]]

[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
[[Category:Pain]]
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Digestive system and abdomen]]

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