The most common cause of an anal fistula is an anal abscess, although there are several other possible causes of the condition. Most anal fistulas form in the posterior midline. An abscess is a ...

Many patients, unfortunately, make avoidable mistakes—delaying care, self-treating with ineffective remedies, skipping follow-ups, misusing antibiotics, or not managing chronic illnesses like diabetes ...

The anus is that part of the intestinal tract that passes through the muscular canal of the pelvis and anal sphincters. It is the final orifice through which stool passes out of the body. In adults, ...

July 22, 2022 — The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for physicians, published in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, about how to treat problems of the anus and ...

Get expert advice on caring for your tushy, learn what anal irritation might mean, and find out when it’s time to call your doctor.

Autoimmune neutropenia of infancy (AINI) is a rare disorder characterized by neutrophil destruction secondary to antineutrophil autoantibodies. 1 Infants with AINI are at a high risk of infection; up ...

Perianal Crohn disease is particularly distressing to patients and frustrating for physicians to effectively treat. Fistulae are a common complication of Crohn disease. Medical treatment with ...

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for physicians, published in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, about how to treat problems of the anus and rectum called ...