Northwestern Medicine

C. Rectal abscess. 1. Pathophysiology. a. Caused when the ducts carrying mucus to the rectal area become blocked. i. Allows bacteria to grow and spread to the anus. 2. Assessment. a. Symptoms may include: i. Rectal pain that increases with defecation, then fades. ii. Fever. iii. Rectal drainage. iv. Constipation due to patients putting off ... ................
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