Conditions

An anal abscess is a painful condition that occurs when a small gland inside the anus becomes infected,  leading to the formation of pus, creating a swollen, painful lump near the anus.

An anal fistula is an abnormal tunnel between the inside of the anus and the skin around the anus. Anal fistulae do not heal on their own and require medical treatment.

Anal warts are small growths that develop around the anus and genital area, affecting the skin on the outside and inside of the anus. If left untreated, they grow larger and multiply over time.

Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, or passing hard stools and often may involve a feeling of incomplete emptying of the bowel .

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive condition affecting approximately one in ten people and is most prevalent in people aged 25 to 45, with women  more commonly affected than men.

Proctitis is inflammation of the rectum, leading to the discharge of blood, mucus, and pus. It shares similarities with ulcerative colitis, but while ulcerative colitis can affect the entire colon, proctitis is limited to the rectum.

Anal cancer is rare but slightly more common in women than men. The primary risk factor for anal cancer is infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV).  Early detection significantly improves survival rates. 

The inability to control bowel movements, leading to the unexpected leakage of faeces or gas from the anus is known as anal incontinence, affecting more women than men.

Bowel cancer is a general term for cancer that develops in the large bowel, which includes the colon and rectum, and is sometimes referred to as colon cancer or rectal cancer.

Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition affecting the digestive tract, a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can cause inflammation anywhere from the mouth to the anus.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a common and chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. The two main types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis.

Pruritus ani is the medical term for severe itching around the anus. It is a common condition that causes an overwhelming urge to scratch, often worsening at night or after a bowel movement. 

An anal fissure is a tear or crack in the skin lining of the anal canal. Fissures commonly occur due to straining when passing large, hard stools, and are associated with underlying conditions such as Crohn’s disease.

Anal skin tags are small, excess skin growths around the anal opening, and are common and linked to other anal conditions, with many people mistaking them for haemorrhoids.

Colonic polyps are small growths that form on the inner lining of your large intestine (colon) or rectum. While often harmless, some have the potential to develop into bowel cancer.

Also known as piles, haemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in the anus and rectum, and are a common condition, affecting nearly half of the population during their lifetime.

A pilonidal sinus is a small tunnel or cyst that develops in the skin at the top of the buttocks, near the cleft, containing hair, debris, and skin particles, which can lead to infection, swelling, and discomfort. 

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulceration of the inner lining of the large intestine where the ulcers can bleed and produce mucus or pus, leading to discomfort and digestive issues.