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Proctology
Proctology is a subspeciality of general and colorectal surgery that specifically deals with problems of the anal and perianal area.
The common conditions that may need surgery in this area are:
- Haemorrhoids or piles
- Anal fissures
- Anal fistulae
- Pilonidal sinus
- Rectal prolapse
- Anal stenosis
- Fecal incontinence
Proctological problems most commonly present with the following symptoms:
- Anal, rectal or pelvic pain
- Rectal bleeding
- Peri-anal lump/s
- Peri-anal discharge
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Pruritus ani (itchiness in the perianal area)
- Peri-anal irritation
Commonly performed proctological surgeries include:
- Surgery for haemorrhoids or piles
- Surgery for anal fissure
- Surgery for anal fistula
- Surgery for pilonidal sinus
- Surgery for rectal prolapse