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    Area of Science:

    • Proctology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Dermatology

    Background:

    • Pathologies of the lower rectum, anal canal, and perineum are prevalent and cause significant patient distress.
    • Self-diagnosis and treatment are common, often leading to delayed medical consultation.
    • Patients frequently present with a presumed diagnosis of
    • hemorrhoids
    • which can obscure a wider range of underlying conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review common anorectal pathologies encountered in clinical practice.
    • To highlight the diagnostic challenges and treatment complexities associated with these conditions.
    • To identify high-risk groups for colorectal carcinoma and recommend screening.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and clinical experience synthesis.
    • Discussion of diagnostic approaches for common anorectal conditions.
    • Identification of risk factors for colorectal cancer.

    Main Results:

    • Hemorrhoids, fissure-in-ano, abscesses, anal fistulae, condylomata, and pruritus ani are common conditions.
    • While diagnosis is often straightforward, treatment can be complex.
    • High-risk groups for carcinoma of the colon and rectum were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis is essential as patient-presumed diagnoses like hemorrhoids may conceal other pathologies.
    • Appropriate management strategies for various anorectal conditions are discussed.
    • Hemoccult® testing is recommended during annual physical examinations for individuals at risk of colorectal cancer.