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Proctitis (Inflammation of the Rectum)

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Proctitis (Inflammation of the Rectum)

ID 3657

Proctitis is inflammation of the lining of the rectum. Proctitis can cause pain in the rectum along with the continuous sensation that you need to have a bowel movement. Proctitis is common in individuals suffering from inflammatory bowel diseases.

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