noun

• Inflammation of the rectum and anus.

  ‘Perianal infection with associated proctitis is common in homosexual men.’

  More example sentences

  • ‘The differential diagnosis for this problem includes hemorrhoids, solitary rectal ulcer, diverticular bleeding, angiodysplasia, and proctitis.’
  • ‘Mesalamine suppositories are effective in maintaining remission in patients with proctitis.’
  • ‘In severe radiation proctitis, a short course of hydrocortisone foam enemas may be beneficial.’
  • ‘Crohn's disease and, more commonly, ulcerative colitis can involve the rectal area, presenting as proctitis or fistulae.’