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Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that primarily affects the colon and rectum. The mucous membranes of the intestine are red, swollen, bleed easily and may sometimes have ulcers. The infestation is usually continuous and often more pronounced in the rectum.

Liver cysts are fluid-filled sacs in the liver that are usually benign. They can be congenital or occur later in life.

Gynaecomastia is the development of abnormal mammary gland tissue in boys or men. This can occur in one or both breasts and can sometimes cause pain or sensitivity.

In an ingrown toenail, the skin around the nail is irritated or damaged by one or both corners of the nail growing into the skin. This can lead to inflammation and sometimes infection. Usually the problem occurs on the big toe.

An anal fistula is a type of tunnel that forms between the last part of the intestine (anal canal) and the skin.

An anal fissure is a wound on the anus that does not heal. This causes pain at the anus, mainly when going to the toilet and for a while afterwards.