Anal Abcess

Question 1

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Answer 1

severe, constant pain around the rectum or

perineum, with or without fever.

Question 2

etiology + patho [where does the pus go?]

Answer 2

The infection usually originates from an obstructed anal crypt gland and generates pus that collects in the subcutaneous
tissue, intersphincteric plane, or other tissue planes

Question 3

one important risk factor is

Answer 3

The patient may have a history of Crohn disease

Question 4

physical Exam will show

Answer 4

an

erythematous, indurated area of skin or a fluctuant mass over the perianal space

Question 5

The primary treatment of anorectal abscess is

Answer 5

surgical drainage and antibiotics