Anal absess on adults
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An anal abscess is a painful condition in which a collection of pus develops near the anus. Most anal abscesses are a result of infection from small anal glands. An anal, or rectal, abscess occurs when a cavity in the anus becomes filled with pus. It causes extreme pain, fatigue, rectal discharge, and fever. An anal abscess usually develops when the anal glands get blocked or plugged with fecal matter, bacteria or foreign material which then collects in a cavity-causing irritation and inflammation. The term anal abscess is frequently used describe any abscesses in the deep tissue surrounding the abscess (also termed a perirectal abscess) and in skin surrounding the anus (termed perianal abscess). However, both have essentially the same signs and symptoms although the perirectal abscess has more severe symptoms. The signs and symptoms of an anal abscess may include one or more of the. Anal abscess medical treatment depending upon the severity of the abscess and any other medical problems, treatment may be accomplished on an outpatient or inpatient basis. The treatment plan should be explained to the patient in detail. Carlo oller, emergency physician, talks about perirectal abscess. For adults, using condoms during sexual intercourse, including anal intercourse, can help prevent anal abscesses.