Conditions we cover
LivedSupport provides guides and real experiences for common colorectal conditions. Select a condition to explore what we cover.
Hemorrhoids (piles)
Swollen blood vessels in or around the anus and rectum. One of the most common colorectal conditions.
Anal fissure
A small tear in the lining of the anus, commonly causing sharp pain during and after bowel movements.
Anal fistula
An abnormal tunnel between the inside of the anus and the skin nearby, often developing after an abscess.
Perianal abscess
A painful, pus-filled pocket near the anus, usually requiring drainage.
Rectal prolapse
A condition where part of the rectum protrudes through the anus.
Pruritus ani (chronic itching)
Persistent itching around the anus that can be difficult to resolve and often worsens with scratching.
Proctalgia fugax
Sudden, intense rectal pain episodes without a clear structural cause, often occurring at night.
Levator ani syndrome
Chronic pelvic ache or rectal pressure associated with tension in the levator ani muscles.
Pilonidal sinus
A small tunnel or cyst in the skin at the top of the buttock crease, often becoming infected.
IBS-related colorectal symptoms
Colorectal symptoms that overlap with or are driven by irritable bowel syndrome.
Sentinel pile / skin tag
A small tag of skin near the anus, often forming near a chronic fissure or after hemorrhoids.
Post-procedure recovery
Recovery experiences after common colorectal procedures including surgery, banding, and drainage.