Anorectal miscellany - Pilonidal disease, anal cancer, Bowen's and Paget'sdiseases, foreign bodies, and hidradenitis suppurativa

Pilonidal disease commonly is seen by all primary care practitioners, and g uidelines for office management and referral are provided. Less commonly se en entities, such as hidradenitis suppurativa, anal cancer, and Bowen's and Paget's diseases, also may affect this anatomic area. Knowledge that they may be encountered here helps guide the practitioner to the proper diagnosi s and management. Lastly, foreign bodies are sometimes seen in the anorecta l area, and information about appropriate steps to take are outlined.