The perineum is the area extending from the anus to the vaginal orifice in women and from the anus to the back of the scrotum in men. Rich in nerve endings, the strip of skin between the anus and testicles is an area in which men may feel...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that most sexually active men in the United States will have genital human papillomavirus, HPV, at one point in their lives. HPV is a common virus, with more than 100 types, 40 of which can be...
Hemorrhoids are an irritating, sometimes painful condition that can interfere with activities as routine as sitting, driving and using the bathroom. The most common responses to hemorrhoids are living with them or a surgical removal. However, a...
Caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis, chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease, according to the MayoClinic.com. MedlinePlus points out that about 25 percent of men who have chlamydia do not show symptoms. If men do have...
Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are painful swollen and inflamed veins in your rectum or anus. Hemorrhoids are mainly caused by increased pressure in the veins of the anus. Factors that cause increased pressure in the anus include straining during...
A perirectal abscess is a collection of pus that forms as the result of an infection, most often an infected anal gland. The individual will notice a tender red lump under the skin near the anus. Pain is the most common symptom and is usually...
Chlamydia is the No. 1 bacterial sexually transmitted infection in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This bacterium is considered a "silent" disease because it has little to no symptoms and can be...
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) can be a handful to understand. Though the acronym might have changed (they used to be called STDs, or Sexually Transmitted Diseases), the symptoms haven't. To get you started on your path to sexual health,...
Most of the common symptoms of interstitial cystitis (IC) revolve around urination and commonly involve both frequency and urge. You may feel the need to urinate as many as 60 times a day, which can mean trips to the bathroom every 15 to 20...
Riding a bicycle puts a lot of pressure on your backside. Mayo Clinic defines a pinched nerve as compression by surrounding tissue, such as muscle. When riding a bike for extended periods puts pressure on the pudendal nerve near the pelvis....
An anal fissure, which is a small tear in the skin around the anal opening, can be painful. This common condition can be prevented and usually can be healed with diet changes, according to international health care company Bupa. If you have this...
Piles, more commonly called hemorrhoids, are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum. Hemorrhoids crop up from straining during a bowel movement, frequent diarrhea or constipation, and even pregnancy. Common symptoms of piles include itching in...
Rectal bleeding is bleeding that can stem anywhere from the lower portion of the colon, to the rectum and the anal canal, which is the open that allows stool to pass. The color of blood associated with rectal bleeding can differ based on where the...
Crohn's disease is one of the group of conditions called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which parts of the digestive system become inflamed. Children with Crohn's disease may be affected anywhere in the digestive system, from the mouth all...
External hemorrhoids appear on the outside of the anus and are painful, swollen and hard. This thrombosed hemorrhoid is due to a blood clot in the anal region. The pain can be severe, subsiding only after three to seven days. External hemorrhoids...
Crohn's disease is one of the group of conditions called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which parts of the digestive system become inflamed. Patients with Crohn's may be affected anywhere in the digestive system, from the mouth to the...
Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins in the anus that may be caused by pressure during bowel movements or pregnancy. Inflamed veins form inside the rectum or underneath the skin surrounding the anus, causing pain, itching and bleeding. Hemorrhoids are...
Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition also called painful bladder syndrome. It can affect men and children, but is most common in women. Although there is no specific treatment to cure interstitial cystitis, medications and therapy are...
Hemorrhoids are a common complaint during pregnancy. Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen veins around the anus that cause pain, itching and burning. Sometimes the hemorrhoids protrude from the body, but they also may remain internal....
Hemorrhoids, also called piles are painful, swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum. They occur due to increased pressure on the blood vessels located in the lower part of the colon. Hemorrhoids is a rare condition in infants, according to the...
Newborn's bowel habits vary from baby to baby. However, painful bowel movements can affect any baby, disrupting her daily schedule and making feedings and diaper changes difficult. Because painful bowel movements can sometimes be the sign of a...
Itching and irritation around the anus as well as pain and burning during stool may be indications of an anal fissure. Bright red blood on the toilet paper or in the stool is also a common symptom. Anal fissures, very small tears in the lining of...
Hemorrhoids occur when the veins of the anus or rectum swell, causing intense pain or discomfort. Sometimes bleeding occurs. Treatment involves easing the pain immediately and reducing the swelling over time so that the pain does not continue....
The digestive system terminates in the anus, the opening of the rectum to the outside of the body. Bounded by a strong circular ring of muscle called the anal sphincter, the anus opens and closes to control defecation. An anal fissure occurs when...
Hemorrhoids are painful and uncomfortable, but they are also quite common. Some cases of hemorrhoids can be treated at home by making certain dietary changes. Other cases of hemorrhoids require surgery to remove them because they may get in the...
Pinworm infections, the most prevalent type of parasitic intestinal worm infection in the United States, typically affects children aged 5 to 10, according to MayoClinic.com. However, pinworms are highly contagious via interpersonal contact and...
Hemorrhoids, or piles, are twisted, swollen, varicose veins that occur in the anus and rectum. They are due to straining or pressure in the lower abdomen and though more common following childbirth or constipation, they can also result from...
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease. According to "Gastrointestinal Nursing," Crohn's disease is autoimmune in nature, causing your body to attack normal gastrointestinal flora that lines the gastrointestinal tract. As a...
Blood in your toddler's stool may be the result of a few different problems, and it is often difficult to determine the cause yourself. Because of the potentially dangerous situations, it is best to seek prompt medical attention if you see blood...
