Many individuals have experienced sudden and intense feelings of shooting pain in their bum, causing them to pause for several seconds.
Recently, a report clarified the common reasons behind this discomfort and provided some ways to prevent it from happening.
The specific symptoms of shooting pain in the bum
Patient.info website suggested that the severe and cramp-like pain in the bum is a common symptom of this condition.
The shooting pain comes in clusters, lasting from a few seconds up to 20 minutes.
Interestingly, there doesn't seem to be a specific cause for this condition. However, factors like stress, sexual activity, constipation, menstruation, and endometriosis may cause the intense sensation.
Remarkably, individuals don't experience any pain between these episodes.
The 'shooting pain' in the bum is called proctalgia fugax
In a popular TikTok video with over 1.4 million views, Dr. Sooj, a general practitioner, discussed a possible reason for this puzzling pain.
He called it 'Proctalgia Fugax,' describing it as short and intense anal pain that feels like being stabbed with a hot knife.
This condition is thought to occur due to spasms in the muscles around the bum.
The good news is that Proctalgia Fugax is generally harmless and doesn't require major concern.
How can we prevent 'shooting pain' in the bum from happening?
For many individuals, proctalgia fugax episodes occur infrequently and do not require specific treatment.
However, various approaches can help decrease the pain and discomfort associated with these episodes.
One possible treatment approach involves using a salbutamol inhaler, which is commonly used by asthma patients, to relax the muscles surrounding the anus.
Furthermore, specific creams can be applied to target the blood vessels around the anus, and injections into the nerve can help reduce sensitivity to alleviate the pain.
Dr. Sooj suggests a few simple remedies that can be tried at home to alleviate the pain caused by proctalgia fugax.
Taking warm baths and performing exercises that stretch the muscles in the pelvic floor are recommended as potential solutions.
These methods aim to reduce the feelings of pain and may also help in preventing the frequency of future occurrences.
