Diarrheal infection?: Colon, rectum, or anus symptoms can be due to some irritation (inflammation) or infection. Serious problems like cancers are possible, depending on one's age and family history. Irritation can occur from lactose intolerance, viral diarrhea, giardia, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, etc... A primary care dr. Can evaluate, and refer to a G.I. Specialist if needed.
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