Proctologist Institute Orange County, a best in class proctology practice located in Huntington Beach, offers same day diagnostics and treatments for anal pain. Anal pain is a common but often distressing symptom that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. At the Proctology Institute Orange County in Huntington Beach, our specialists are experienced in diagnosing and treating the full range of conditions that cause anal discomfort, from minor irritations to more complex disorders.
Common Causes of Anal Pain:
- Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the rectum or anus that may cause pain, itching, or bleeding. External hemorrhoids, especially if thrombosed, can be particularly painful.
- Anal Fissures : Anal fissures are small tears in the lining of the anus, often caused by passing hard stools. Fissures result in sharp, burning pain during and after bowel movements.
- Abscesses and Fistulas : An anal abscess is a painful infection near the anus that may form a pus-filled lump. A fistula is a tunnel that can develop from the infection and connect the inside of the anus to the skin.
- Muscle Spasms (Proctalgia Fugax): Sudden, intense rectal pain often due to spasms in the pelvic floor muscles. These spasms usually lasts a few minutes and tend to resolves on its own.
- Skin Conditions: Conditions such as dermatitis or fungal infections can cause anal irritation and discomfort.
- Cancer or Precancerous Lesions : Less commonly, anal or rectal cancer may present with persistent pain, bleeding, or a mass.
- Anal Trauma: this could be caused due to anal fornication
- Condylomas (Anal warts)
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Including Crohn’s disease or Ulcerative Colitis)
- Perianal Thrombosis (blood in the perianal tissue)
- Proctitis (rectal inflammation) due to STD, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis
- Rectal Ulcers
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) – Chlamydia, Herpes, Gonorrhea, and other STDs. We offer full discreet STD testing.
What are the symptoms of anal rectal pain?
The symptoms of anal rectal pain can vary depending on what is causing it. You may experience either a dull aching pain or severe, sharp pains, particularly after a bowel movement. The pain may be worse when you sit down.
Depending on what is causing your anorectal pain, you may also experience:
- Rectal bleeding
- Redness or swelling
- Itching
- Feeling as though there is a lump in your anus or around it
- Pus or blood in your stool
- A fever
Treatment Options at the Proctology Institute Orange County in Huntington Beach: Treatment depends on the underlying cause. At our Huntington Beach clinic, we begin with a thorough evaluation, including physical examination and, when needed, imaging or endoscopic procedures.
- Medications: Antibiotics for infections, or muscle relaxants for spasm-related pain.
- Minimally Invasive Procedures: Rubber band ligation for hemorrhoids or incision and drainage of abscesses.
- Surgery: In some cases, surgical intervention is necessary, particularly for chronic fistulas or persistent fissures.
If you’re experiencing persistent or severe anal pain, the team at Proctology Institute Orange County is here to help with compassionate, expert care. Schedule your consultation today.
Proctology Institute Orange County (Huntington Beach) office specializes in taking exceptional care of each patient from the initial consultation to the post-treatment period. The honor and privilege of caring for patients come with the responsibility and dedication of the proctologist’s staff to the utmost standard of excellence in patient care and final outcome.
Proctology Institute Orange County
18900 Beach Blvd., #101
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 467-2438
