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A rectal prolapse occurs when walls of the rectum have prolapsed to such a degree that they protrude out of the anus and are visible outside the body. [2] However, most researchers agree that there are 3 to 5 different types of rectal prolapse, depending on whether the prolapsed section is visible externally, and whether the full or only partial thickness of the rectal wall is involved.
Anal bleeding, anal pain, painful defecation. [5] Visual Exam, Digital Rectal Exam, Anoscopy, Exam under anesthesia if pain is not tolerated. [6] Non-Surgical Therapy: High Fiber Diet (25g/day for women and 38g/day for men), [7] Stool softeners, [6] increased water intake to 64oz or more daily, [7] regular exercise and bowel habits, [7] topical ...
Rectal prolapse is a condition in which part of the wall or the entire wall of the rectum falls out of place. Rectal prolapse can be a medical emergency. In some cases, the rectum may protrude. Symptoms of a rectal prolapse may be: Leakage of stool; Bleeding, anal pain, itching, irritation; Tissue that protrudes from the rectum
The anus is the site of potential infections and other conditions, including cancer (see anal cancer). [4] With anal sex, the anus can play a role in sexuality. Attitudes toward anal sex vary, and it is illegal in some countries. [5] The anus is often considered a taboo part of the body, [5] and is known by many, usually vulgar, slang terms.
Dyssynergic defecation causes high pressure in the rectum and in the anal canal, [1] which causes lengthening [1] and compression of the rectal tissues, which in turn leads to ischema of the mucosa. [8] There is also a shearing movement of the rectum against the pelvic floor muscles. [8] In the long term this leads to repeated mucosal damage. [8]
Anorectal abscess (also known as an anal/rectal abscess or perianal/perirectal abscess) is an abscess adjacent to the anus. [1] Most cases of perianal abscesses are sporadic, though there are certain situations which elevate the risk for developing the disease, such as diabetes mellitus, Crohn's disease, chronic corticosteroid treatment and others.
Rectocele (rectum into vagina) Sigmoidocele; Apical vaginal prolapse. Uterine prolapse (uterus into vagina) [4] Vaginal vault prolapse (descent of the roof of vagina) – after surgical removal of the uterus hysterectomy [5] Uterine prolapse in a 71 year old woman, with the cervix visible in the vaginal orifice.
Severe cases may cause vaginal bleeding, intermittent fecal incontinence, or even the prolapse of the bulge through the mouth of the vagina, or rectal prolapse through the anus. Digital evacuation, or, manual pushing, on the posterior wall of the vagina helps to aid in bowel movement in a majority of cases of rectocele.