Benign formations in men and women. Such conditions include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Causes
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of unknown etiology, characterized by the formation of ulcers or erosions on the mucous membranes. It often occurs in young people after experiencing a cold, hypothermia, stress, or infectious intestinal diseases.
Symptoms of Rectal Ulcers
The first symptom of the disease is sudden onset of diarrhea. Mucus is present in the stool, and the temperature remains normal. Mild, moderate, and severe forms of the condition are distinguished, affecting only the rectum, the left side, the right side, or completely. If a solitary ulcer is present, it is usually single, round, and bright red in color. The mucosa appears gray, is swollen, and somewhat hyperemic. Symptoms of rectal ulcers are often confused with those of hemorrhoids and polyps – pain during bowel movements, mucus, and a feeling of incomplete defecation.
Diagnosis of Rectal Ulcers in Israel
The diagnosis in Israel is made based on instrumental examination – rectoscopy, colonoscopy with biopsy. The doctor also conducts an examination and studies the patient's complaints, examines the perianal area and rectum. A consultation with a coloproctologist may also be required.
Treatment of Rectal Ulcers in Israel
Treatment of rectal ulcers in Israel is usually conservative. Surgical intervention is only resorted to in severe cases. Similar symptoms may be present in polyps and rectal tumors. Additionally, a prolonged course of the disease may contribute to the transformation of the ulcer into a malignant formation. Treatment and prognosis of rectal ulcers depend on the stage of the disease. In conservative treatment, the doctor prescribes laxatives and a diet that should consist of foods with sufficient fiber. The diet should be structured in such a way that the patient does not suffer from constipation. The patient undergoes a course of therapeutic exercises to strengthen the pelvic muscles. For solitary ulcers, surgical treatment is most often prescribed, which is performed on an outpatient basis.