Treatment of paraproctitis

Paraproctitis is the inflammation of tissues, surrounding the rectum, which is caused by the infection.  It is accompanied by the formation of abscess, which spreads over adjacent tissues as the disease progresses.

The staphylococci, streptococci or coliform bacterium (Escherichia coli) are usually the pathogens of the paraproctitis. The paraproctitis is developed as the complication after past proctologic diseases (hemorrhoid, anal fissures etc). The progression of paraproctitis may be also caused by:

• lengthy constipations, diarrheas;
• weakened immune system;
• hypothermia;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• malnutrition, alcohol abuse;
• diabetes mellitus.

The progression of paraproctitis may be evidenced by:

• acute pain in the rectum;
• constipations;
• purulent discharge;
• swelling;
• skin irritation around the anus;
• false, painful urge to defecate;
• poor appetite;
• debilitation;
• body temperature increase.

The inflammation process of the paraproctitis causes changes in the results of general blood tests – the level of leukocytes and granulocytes in the blood increases.

The chronic form of paraproctitis can be accompanied by appearance of the fistula – unnatural canal on the internal surface of rectum, through which the pus is discharged. The paraproctitis is characterized by temporary periods of remission, when pain sensations weaken; however, the paraproctitis will not pass away by itself – later, it will be followed by the periods of exacerbations. 

The untimely treatment of paraproctitis may result in spreading of the infection and abscess over adjacent tissues and sepsis. Among other complications, the paraproctitis may cause deformation of the rectum or pectenosis (formation of scars on the internal surface of rectum). In case of absence of adequate treatment, the paraproctitis may lead to development of the rectal cancer; that is why if such symptoms are present, you need to visit a doctor urgently.

At Oxford Medical, paraproctitis treatment is performed in a high-tech surgical hospital with 2 operating rooms equipped with new expert-class equipment. Operations are performed

• by the classical method
• using a laser;
• using radio wave energy.

In some cases, several techniques are combined. This allows for maximum accuracy in performing the necessary manipulations and minimizing damage to healthy tissues.

What type of surgery is suitable for a patient depends on the form and stage of the disease.

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If you have symptoms of paraproctitis, it is recommended to visit a proctologist as soon as possible. Without treatment, it can provoke complications and become chronic.

Modern medicine can successfully cure the disease. Usually, therapy takes place in several stages:

• Consultation and examination by a proctologist.
• Tests and other examinations.
• If necessary, prescription of medication.
• Preparation for surgical treatment.
• Surgery in a hospital setting.
• Recovery after surgery.
• Repeated visit to the proctologist to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.