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Rectal tenesmus



Rectal tenesmus: Introduction

Rectal tenesmus: The feeling of inadequate voiding and the constant need to empty the bowel. See free access online books about Rectal tenesmus below. See detailed information below for a list of 16 causes of Rectal tenesmus, including diseases and drug side effect causes.

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Causes of Rectal tenesmus:

The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Rectal tenesmus. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms.

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Rectal tenesmus: Symptom Checker

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Causes of Similar Symptoms to Rectal tenesmus

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Diagnostic Guides for Rectal tenesmus

Medical Books Excerpts Read excertps from published book sections related to Rectal tenesmus from the following published medical books for more detailed information about Rectal tenesmus. Free access (no registration): read all online diagnostic book sections about Rectal tenesmus

Medical Books Excerpts
  • "Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs" (2003)
  • "In a Page: Signs and Symptoms" (2004)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
  • "Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition)" (2006)
  • "Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition)" (2006)
  • "Field Guide to Bedside Diagnosis" (2007)
  • "Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses" (2007)
  • "Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms" (2007)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)

Copyright notice for book excerpts: Copyright © 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. All rights reserved.

Rectal tenesmus: Undiagnosed Conditions

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Misdiagnosis and Rectal tenesmus

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Rectal tenesmus: Related Rare Diseases

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Organs affected by Rectal tenesmus:

The list of organs typically affected by Rectal tenesmus may include, but is not limited to:

Detailed list of causes of Rectal tenesmus

The list below shows some of the causes of Rectal tenesmus mentioned in various sources:

See full list of 16 causes of Rectal tenesmus

How Common are these Causes of Rectal tenesmus?

This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Rectal tenesmus. Of the 16 causes of Rectal tenesmus that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:

  • 0 causes are "very common" diseases
  • 1 causes are "common" diseases
  • 3 causes are "uncommon" diseases
  • 0 causes are "rare" diseases
  • 3 causes are "very rare" diseases
  • 10 causes have no prevalence information.

See the analysis of the prevalence of 16 causes of Rectal tenesmus

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Causes of Rectal tenesmus Based on Risk Factors

This information shows analysis of the list of causes of Rectal tenesmus based on whether certain risk factors apply to the patient:

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    Doctors and specialists: Who should I consult about Rectal tenesmus?

    Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Rectal tenesmus, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.

    Important:In extreme cases, always seek advice from emergency services :

    Classifications of Rectal tenesmus:

    Medical Conditions associated with Rectal tenesmus:

    Anal symptoms (256 causes), Constipation (522 causes), Digestive symptoms (4251 causes), Stool symptoms (2173 causes), Bowel problems (2241 causes), Bowel movements (2064 causes), Abdominal symptoms (3004 causes)

    Symptoms related to Rectal tenesmus:

    Constipation (522 causes), Rectal pain (8 causes), Rectal itch, Stool symptoms (2173 causes)

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