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Proctitis - streptococcal - Overview

Alternative Names

Streptococcal proctitis; Perianal streptococcal cellulitis

Definition of Proctitis - streptococcal:

Streptococcal proctitis is an inflammation of the anus and rectum caused by Streptococcus bacteria.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Streptococcal proctitis usually occurs in children, often with or after "strep throat" (streptococcal pharyngitis), nasopharyngitis, or streptococcal skin infection (impetigo).

Children infect the skin around the anus while cleaning the area after using the toilet or by scratching with hands contaminated by secretions from their mouth or nose.

Reviewed last on: 11/12/2007
Rachel A. Lewis, M.D., F.A.A.P., Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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Proctitis - streptococcal - Overview

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