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Symptom Checker

Step 4: Read and complete the decision guide to learn more about your symptoms.

Rectal Pain or Itching

You are having uncomfortable pain in or around your anus or rectum. Additional symptoms might suggest an infection in this area, including

  • fever and chills

  • nausea and vomiting

  • unexplained muscle aches and fatigue

  • pus coming out of your rectum.

Are you having any of the symptoms that are listed above?

I do have a fever, feel ill, or notice a discharge of pus.

No, I do not have any of these symptoms.

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