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Proctitis - streptococcal
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Alternative Names:
Streptococcal proctitis; Perianal streptococcal cellulitis
Symptoms:
  • History of present or recent "strep throat" or other streptococcal infection, such as a streptococcal skin infection (impetigo)
  • Redness around the anus
  • Complaints of perianal discomfort
  • Discomfort or bleeding with bowel movements
Signs and tests:
  • Throat culture (positive for beta hemolytic streptococcus, group A)
  • Culture, rectal swab (positive for beta hemolytic streptococcus, group A)
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