Is chronic proctitis painful?

The degree of pain from chronic proctitis varies from person to person, but if it continues to worsen or affects your normal life, you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. Chronic proctitis may be caused by a variety of reasons such as diet, infection, and stress. The pain usually manifests as anal swelling, dull pain, and worsening during bowel movements. It should be relieved through comprehensive treatment, including dietary adjustments, drug therapy, and lifestyle improvements.

1Cause analysis: Why does it cause pain?

The pain of chronic proctitis is often related to inflammatory stimulation, intestinal mucosal damage and rectal sphincter spasm.

Infectious factors: Bacterial, viral or fungal infections may cause local inflammation and discomfort. In the chronic stage, these infections are not completely eliminated, repeatedly irritating the rectal mucosa and aggravating symptoms.

Dietary stimulation: Long-term intake of spicy or contaminated food can easily lead to damage to the intestinal mucosa and slow healing of inflammation.

Psychological factors: Long-term high pressure or anxiety may lead to intestinal dysfunction, affect colon movement, and cause dull pain or distension in the rectal area in some patients.

Other chronic diseases: such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, irritable bowel syndrome, etc. can also induce or aggravate the condition.

2How to relieve the pain of chronic proctitis?

Treatment of the symptoms is key, and the following methods can help relieve pain and promote healing:

Drug treatment: Depending on the condition, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics such as norfloxacin to help clear the infection; anti-inflammatory drugs such as mesalazine to reduce local intestinal inflammation; or analgesics such as ibuprofen to relieve acute pain.

Diet adjustment: Avoid spicy foods, eat more fiber-rich vegetables and fruits, such as broccoli, carrots, etc., to promote intestinal peristalsis. Drink more water to keep bowel movements smooth and reduce rectal pressure.

Sitz bath and physical therapy: Taking a sitz bath in warm water for 15-20 minutes every day can relieve local discomfort and improve blood circulation; using a soft cushion can reduce the pressure on the anus caused by sitting for a long time.

3How to fundamentally improve chronic proctitis?

Regular life: adhere to regular diet and rest schedule, avoid staying up late for a long time and excessive fatigue, and reduce stress.

Regular follow-up: If persistent pain or recurring symptoms occur, you should seek medical attention in time to prevent the condition from developing into more serious intestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis, perianal abscess, etc.

Develop bowel habits: avoid long-term constipation or diarrhea, deal with digestive problems in a timely manner, and reduce the chance of repeated damage to the rectum.

If the pain of chronic proctitis persists and worsens, it should be taken seriously and intervened as soon as possible. A combination of dietary adjustments, medication and a healthy lifestyle can not only help relieve discomfort, but also promote intestinal recovery and improve overall quality of life.