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A space on either side of the lower end of the rectum and anal canal. The space on either side of the lower end of the rectum and anal canal. It is bounded laterally by the obturator intemus muscle and the tuberosity of the ischium, medially by the levator ani and coccygeus muscles, and posteriorly…

An abscess which forms in fat cells between the anus and the ischium. An abscess in the space between the sheet of muscle that assists in control of the rectum (levator ani) and the pelvic bone. It may occur spontaneously, but is often secondary to an anal fissure, thrombosed ‘hemorrhoids, or other disease of the…

Referring to both the ischium and the rectum.  

A muscle along one side of the perineum.  

Referring to the ischium or hip joint.  

Lacking in blood.  

A feeling of being irritated. A reaction to a noxious or unpleasant stimulus. It is important to distinguish between irritation and sensitization. A substance in contact with the skin may cause no irritation when initially applied but can cause allergic sensitization that will not become obvious until the material is applied again.  

To cause a painful reaction in part of the body, especially to make it inflamed.  

A condition of pain in the hip which is caused by swelling of the synovium. Treatment involves bed rest, traction and anti-inflammatory drugs.  

Easily able to become inflamed and painful. Feeling annoyed and impatient.