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An anorectal abscess is a painful collection of pus near the anus or rectum. It happens when a small gland inside the anus gets blocked and infected. Anyone can get it — young or old — and it usually starts suddenly with severe pain. Knowing the different types of anorectal abscesses helps patients understand why some abscesses seem simple while others require specialized surgical care.
This is the simplest and most frequent type.
Where it occurs: Just under the skin around the anus.
Symptoms:
Treatment: A small cut to drain the pus (usually a quick procedure). Patients feel relief almost immediately.
This abscess lies deeper in the buttock, in a space called the ischiorectal fossa.
How it feels:
Why it’s important: These abscesses may grow large and may spread to both sides, forming a horseshoe abscess.
This abscess is deep inside, between the two anal muscles (sphincters).
Patients usually notice:
Because it is hidden, doctors often use MRI or endoscopic ultrasound for diagnosis.
This is the deepest type of abscess and forms above the pelvic floor muscles.
Symptoms may include:
These abscesses must be drained carefully, because a wrong drainage route may create a complex fistula.
A horseshoe abscess spreads around the back of the anus, involving both sides of the buttock.
Typical symptoms:
It requires expert drainage from the midline and both sides to prevent recurrence.
This abscess forms just under the lining of the anal canal.
Symptoms:
Treatment is simple: a small cut inside the anal canal.
Anorectal abscesses do not go away on their own.
Delaying treatment can lead to:
At Karan Hospital in Jalandhar, we offer advanced treatment for all abscess types, including laser procedures and minimally invasive methods, ensuring quicker recovery with less discomfort.
Seek medical help immediately if you have:
Early drainage prevents complications and ensures a smoother recovery.
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