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A fecal impaction or an impacted bowel is a solid, immobile bulk of feces that can develop in the rectum as a result of chronic constipation [1] (a related term is fecal loading which refers to a large volume of stool in the rectum of any consistency). [2]
A fecalith is a stone made of feces. It is a hardening of feces into lumps of varying size and may occur anywhere in the intestinal tract but is typically found in the colon. It is also called appendicolith when it occurs in the appendix and is sometimes concurrent with appendicitis. [1] They can also obstruct diverticula.
The rectum now contracts and shortens in peristaltic waves, thus forcing fecal material out of the rectum, through the anal canal and out of the anus. The internal and external anal sphincters along with the puborectalis muscle allow the feces to be passed by pulling the anus up over the exiting feces in shortening and contracting actions.
A large volume or high enema [50] can be given to cleanse as much of the colon as possible of feces, [51] [52] and the solution administered commonly contains castile soap which irritates the colon's lining resulting in increased urgency to defecate. [53] However, a low enema is generally useful only for stool in the rectum, not in the ...
The rectum shortens as material is forced into the anal canal and peristaltic waves push the feces out of the rectum. The internal and external anal sphincters along with the puborectalis muscle allow the feces to be passed by muscles pulling the anus up over the exiting feces. [3]
Some people might have three to four bowel movements a week while others have two to three a day, both of which can be healthy. Frequency is affected by factors like diet, activity level, stress ...
Most people recognize the need for digitation as a symptom, and not a treatment. [20] Medical professionals generally do not recommend it, since it may lead to complications and is not very effective, only removing feces in the lower part of the rectum. [20] There are 3 methods: vaginal, perineal and rectal. [16] Gloves are used for hygiene. [20]
Doctors explain a few ways to get rid of blisters quickly and how ... and puncturing the edge of the blister to let the fluid flow out. Then, wash the spot with soapy water and apply a thin layer ...