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Anorectal Abscess


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Alternate Names : Abscess - Anorectal, Anal Abscess, Rectal Abscess

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Anorectal Abscess Diagnosis & Tests

A rectal examination may confirm the presence of an anorectal abscess.
A proctosigmoidoscopy may be performed to exclude associated diseases.

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Review Date : 11/19/2002
Reviewed By : Hebe Molmenti, M.D., Ph.D., Private Practice specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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