Rectal Pain ICD-10-CM Codes

Other causes of rectal pain include anal fissures, perianal abscesses, anal warts, proctalgia fugax, and rectal prolapse. Less common causes may involve sexually transmitted infections, radiation injury, or inflammatory diseases of the digestive system.

Patients should seek medical attention if they experience persistent rectal pain, rectal bleeding, foul-smelling discharge, painful bowel movements, or signs of infection such as fever. Unexplained weight loss, incontinence, or a mass in the rectal region also warrant immediate evaluation by a healthcare provider.

Treatment depends on the cause and may include topical medications, warm sitz baths, dietary changes, or antibiotics for infections. In severe or chronic cases, procedures such as surgery, drainage, or removal of affected tissue may be required.