Proctitis
Proctitis is inflammation of the lining of the rectum, the final portion of the large intestine just before the anus, and it can present in a temporary or persistent way.
Common symptoms: A constant feeling of needing to have a bowel movement, discomfort or pain in the rectal area, the presence of mucus or slight bleeding, and straining when going to the bathroom.
Common causes: It can be related to infections, inflammatory bowel diseases, or the effect of some treatments on the area.
Which specialist treats it? The proctologist, the gastroenterologist, and the general surgeon are the professionals who usually evaluate this condition. If the rectal problems persist or bleeding appears, it is advisable to go in for a review rather than wait for them to resolve on their own.
Data on 34 doctors who treat proctitis
Specialties that treat proctitis
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Doctors specialized in proctitis
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Estenio López López
Dr. Campos Vicente Beltran
Dr. Ramos Xavier Velasco
Dr. Othon Mario Vazquez Andrade
Dr. Marco Antonio Uco Rosado
Dr. Roberto Guerrero Crotte
Dr. Jose Luis Guerrero Martinez
Dra. María Azucena Reyes García
Dr. Miguel Benbassat Palacci
Dr. Marco Antonio Gónzalez Acosta
Dr. Miguel Ueda Noda
Frequently asked questions
What is proctitis?
Proctitis is inflammation of the lining of the rectum, the final portion of the large intestine just before the anus, and it can present in a temporary or persistent way.
Which doctor treats proctitis?
Proctitis is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, gastroenterologist, proctologist, proctologist.