What does the proctology department treat?
Disease description:
Recently, I have noticed some fresh blood during bowel movements, and the situation has worsened since giving birth. When I went to the hospital for examination, the nurse advised me to visit the proctology department. So, what conditions does the proctology department treat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingxiang
Proctology is a medical specialty dedicated to the study and treatment of diseases of the anus, rectum, and parts of the colon. It includes conditions affecting the anus and perianal area (such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, perianal abscesses, anal fistulas, etc.), rectal diseases (such as proctitis, rectal cancer, intestinal polyposis, etc.), and colonic diseases (such as colitis, colon cancer, etc.). According to statistics, the incidence of anorectal diseases such as hemorrhoids is as high as 59.1%, with hemorrhoids accounting for 87.2% of all proctological diseases. Both males and females can be affected, with females having a slightly higher incidence than males. Proctologists develop individualized treatment plans for patients through detailed examination and diagnosis, including medical and surgical treatments, to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.
