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No, AIDS is caused by infection with HIV. Proctitis, while not pleasant, is an infection, usually bacterial, of the prostate.

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What is the pronosis for proctitis?

Proctitis caused by bacteria is curable with antibiotics. Genital herpes is not curable. Although symptoms can be suppressed, proctitis may reoccur.


Who is most likely to get proctitis?

Proctitis affects mainly adolescents and adults. It is most common in men around age 30.


What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the anus and rectum?

Proctitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of the rectum and anus


What are the signs of proctitis?

Discharge of blood and mucus and intense pain in the area of the rectum and anus are all signs of proctitis. Patients feel the urge to have frequent bowel movements


Is it true that if you are infected with AIDS then you have HIV?

Correct...HIV can lead to AIDS and AIDS can only be caused be the HIV virus.


Is there a specific diet that a person should be on if they have ulcerative proctitis?

A defined diet is advisable for treatment of ulcerative proctitis, although no scientific study has proven it. Most people with UP know which foods causes a flare.


How can proctitis be prevented?

Proctitis is best prevented by using condoms and practicing safer sex to prevent acquiring sexually transmitted diseases. Avoiding anal intercourse also helps prevent damage to the rectum.


What does the medical abbreviation UP mean?

UP may stand for ulcerative proctitis.


Who was the lead singer of Queen that died of AIDS?

Freddie mercury!


Where can I look online for more information about ulcerative proctitis.?

Ulcerative proctitis is a chronic desease of the rectum. It causes inflamation and ulcers on the lining of the colon. The website for Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America(www.ccfa.org) is a great place to go for information on this disease.


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What makes AIDS AIDS?

AIDS is a lead of HIV. AIDS occurs when HIV has defeated your immune system. And now, the disease will be worse. AIDS is like HIV, except without an immune system.