Sexually Transmitted Proctitis
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- 25 May 2015
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Georg Thieme Verlag KG in Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Vol. 28 (02) , 070-078
Abstract
There are many different sexually transmitted infections that can cause proctitis. Recognition of the common symptoms with anoscopic examination is crucial in accurate diagnosis of the pathogen. Clinicians should have a high index of suspicion of more than one inciting pathogen. Treatment should be prompt and extended to sexual partners who have been exposed to the disease. Effective treatment can alleviate the discomfort and potentially serious complications associated with sexually transmitted proctitides. This article illustrates and discusses the clinical presentations, diagnostic pearls, and treatments of sexually transmitted proctitides.Keywords
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