When there is a collection of pus around the anus and rectal region, such a condition can be called an anorectal abscess. The common causes for this are infection of anal fissure, blocked glands in the anal region, sexually transmitted diseases, and trauma.
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Sitz bath for lump near rectum is not giving complete relief. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old female and I have a lump or growth very near my rectum. This lump has been present for five months. It is not always painful, but there has been times when it got uncomfortable. I tried warm compresses and sitz baths but this only makes it get smaller and relieve th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your history and understand your concern, the lump of the groin area and face that you mentioned you had before are more like lymph node enlargement swellings that can arise due to some minor local or secondary infection and can subside on its own or with... Read Full »
Please suggest medications for abscess near anal area.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from an abscess near my anal area. I am having severe pain near my anal area. I had the same two years before. I have been taking Moxclav 625 for the past two days. However, my fever has not come down. Kindly advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. For anal abscess, I prefer to advise a combination of Ampicillin and Cloxacillin to my patients for 7-10 days. Along with anti-inflammatory drugs like Diclofenac and Serratopeptidase is also advised. Get your blood... Read Full »
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