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The difference perianal and gluteal abscess.if the affected area large involve gluteal cleft and anus area,mri is required or not.thanks

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Dr. Daniel Saurborn answered

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CT scan sufficient: MRI scans can be quite expensive. A CT scan with PO/rectal contrast and IV contrast should be more than adequate to differentiate between a perianal and a gluteal abscess. If you need a second opinion on an MRI or CT you already had, you can start a private consultation here in HealthTap.

Answered 10/7/2016

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A member asked:

The difference perianal and gluteal abscess.if the affected area large involve gluteal cleft and anus area,mri is required or not.thanks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Saurborn answered

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