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Results 1 - 10 of 39 for Rectal fistula
  1. Anal Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... tears in the lining of your anus Anorectal fistula, an abnormal tunnel from your anus or rectum to ... a digital rectal exam (DRE). For this exam, your provider inserts ...
  2. Anatomic Problems of the Lower GI Tract From the National Institutes of Health (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)  
    ... stenosis, malrotation, intussusception, colonic fistula, anorectal fistula, rectovaginal fistula, rectal prolapse, colonic volvulus, cecal volvulus, sigmoid volvulus
  3. Anal Abscess and Fistula Video (American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons)  
    ... at the external opening suggests a well-established fistula. A digital rectal exam may produce pus from the external opening. ... hospitalization.  Consider identifying a specialist in colon and rectal surgery who ... to treat the fistula. WHAT IS A SETON? As mentioned above, if ...
  4. ... physical exam may show: An oozing, abnormal connection (fistula) in the rectal area A sore on the genitals Drainage through ... test to detect chlamydia from genital lesions, pharyngeal, rectal and lymph node specimens
  5. Fistulas (National Library of Medicine)  
    A fistula is an abnormal connection between two parts inside of the body. Fistulas may develop between different organs, such as between the esophagus ...
  6. Ulcerative Colitis (National Library of Medicine)  
    Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a disease that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the lining of the rectum and colon. It is one of a group of diseases called ...
  7. Rectal Problems in Women (American College of Gastroenterology)  
    Rectal Disorders/Women ... Rectal Disorders ... American College of Gastroenterology ... Discover comprehensive information about rectal problems in women, such as hemorrhoids, ...
  8. ... an abnormal opening in the skin called a fistula ) Joint pain and swelling Mouth ulcers Rectal bleeding and bloody stools Swollen gums Tender, red ...
  9. ... frequently includes a fistula) involves closure of the fistula, creation of an anal opening, and repositioning the rectal pouch into the anal opening. A major challenge ...
  10. Rectal Prolapse (American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons)  
    Learn about rectal prolapse, a condition where the rectum protrudes through the anus due to weakened pelvic floor muscles or tissues. Explore the causes, ...
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