O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

proctitis

/prɒktɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does proctitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the rectum, typically caused by infection or injury. It can cause symptoms such as pain, bleeding, and discharge.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with proctitis and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for proctitis

Rhymes with proctitis

Etymologically related