Perianal Abscess Quiz
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Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is perianal abscess?
A buildup of pus near the anus, more common in patients with diabetes, obesity, or certain conditions causing gut ulcers.
Symptoms of perianal abscess
Bumps containing pus
Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus
Swelling of the affected area
Fever
Pus from around the anus or anus itself
Blood in stool
Questions your doctor may ask to check for perianal abscess
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose perianal abscess
Do you have bumps on your skin with pus?
Do you have hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have pus from around the anus or anus itself?
Treatment for perianal abscess
Draining a perianal abscess helps resolve the infection and prevents fistula formation. Antibiotics are not always necessary with adequate drainage, unless there is surrounding cellulitis, skin infection, or the patient has other risk factors.
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Reviewed By:
Carlos Cuenca, MD (General surgery)
Dr. Cuenca graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is currently a categorical surgical resident at UC Davis Health.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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