English word proctitis comes from English -itis, English procto- (Dealing with the colon, rectum and anus.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -itis | English (eng) | (humorous) Used to form the names of various fictitious afflictions or diseases.. (pathology) Suffix denoting diseases characterized by inflammation, itself often caused by an infection. |
| procto- | English (eng) | Dealing with the colon, rectum and anus. |
| proctitis | English (eng) | (pathology) An inflammation of the anus and the lining of the rectum. |