@drjoe_md: Proctalgia fugax is a condition characterized by episodes of sudden, severe pain in the rectal area, that can happen in both men and women. The pain, often described as a cramping or spasm, typically lasts for a few seconds to minutes and then subsides completely. The exact cause remains unclear, but it is thought to involve spasms of the rectal muscles. This condition affects adults more commonly and is generally benign, although it can be quite distressing to those experiencing it. #endometriosis #menstrualcramps #periodpain #medical #health #doctor