Definition of proctitis in English:
proctitis
noun
MedicineInflammation of the rectum and anus.
‘Perianal infection with associated proctitis is common in homosexual men.’- ‘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.’
Pronunciation
Origin
Late 18th century from modern Latin proctitis, from Greek prōktos ‘anus’+ -itis.
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