An anal abscess is a cavity of infection near the anus or rectum.

Anal cancer is cancer of the anal canal and/or the skin around the anal opening.

An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the anal canal.

An anal fistula is a tunnel or communication between the inside of the anal canal and the outside skin.

Anal skin tags are excess folds of skin around the anus.

Colorectal cancer is cancer of the large bowel.

It is common to experience occasional episodes of hard stool or reduced frequency of bowel motion.

Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract (gut).

Diverticular disease (also know as diverticulosis) is an outpouching of the bowel wall.

Faecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements and/or flatus (wind).

Gallstones are stone-like objects that most commonly develop within the gallbladder.

Haemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus.

A hernia is a weakness or defect (gap) in the muscles, ligaments, tendons or tissues that surround the abdominal cavity.

Pilonidal disease is a skin condition in the crease between the buttocks.

A polyp is a growth of tissue from certain body surfaces.

Polyps can occur in the gastrointestinal tract, including the stomach and colon.

Rectal bleeding refers to blood in or around the stool.

Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum turns itself inside-out and comes out through this anus.

Ulcerative colitis is an autoimmune condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract (gut).