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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Difference between Proctitis, Crohns Disease or Colitis
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Difference between Proctitis, Crohns Disease or Colitis
by PSC26, Mar 10, 2009 03:02AM
Dear Dr,
I have had what I think are symptoms for a few years. After doing loads of research I seem to have symptoms of both and perhaps others. My biggest issue is that I have mucus discharged from my rectum most days which is uncomfortable and embarrassing. I have taken a product called Asacol recommended by my Dr which does help temporarly. My fear is that this has gone on for ages and I am worried about my long term health and the possibilities of cancer.
I have been to a Gastro Dr and he has been inside, but his theory was that it was Proctitis but with my on going research I am worried he is wrong!
Can you please give me your thoughts?
Thanks
I have had what I think are symptoms for a few years. After doing loads of research I seem to have symptoms of both and perhaps others. My biggest issue is that I have mucus discharged from my rectum most days which is uncomfortable and embarrassing. I have taken a product called Asacol recommended by my Dr which does help temporarly. My fear is that this has gone on for ages and I am worried about my long term health and the possibilities of cancer.
I have been to a Gastro Dr and he has been inside, but his theory was that it was Proctitis but with my on going research I am worried he is wrong!
Can you please give me your thoughts?
Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Mar 14, 2009 02:02PM
, Mar 14, 2009 02:02PM
Hi,
Large bowel comprise of colon, rectum and anal canal.
Inflammation of rectum is called proctitis.
Inflammation of the colon is called colitis.
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory condition which can affect any part of the GI tract from mouth to anus.
Mucus discharge could indicate colitis. Colonoscopy and biopsy with histopathological examination need to done.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D
Large bowel comprise of colon, rectum and anal canal.
Inflammation of rectum is called proctitis.
Inflammation of the colon is called colitis.
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory condition which can affect any part of the GI tract from mouth to anus.
Mucus discharge could indicate colitis. Colonoscopy and biopsy with histopathological examination need to done.
===============================================================
The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D
