Rectal Prolapse Quiz
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Learn more about Rectal prolapse
Content updated on Nov 26, 2023
What is rectal prolapse?
Rectal prolapse happens when part of the lower section of the large intestine, the rectum, slips outside the muscular opening at the end of the digestive tract known as the anus. It appears as a reddish painless lump that comes out of the anus, often after straining during bowel movements. The lump may either slip back inside the anus or stay visible.
Symptoms of rectal prolapse
Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus
Questions your doctor may ask to check for rectal prolapse
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose rectal prolapse
Do you have hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus?
Treatment for rectal prolapse
In mild cases, the protrusion can be pushed back easily. Surgery is frequently required to fix this condition.
Diseases related to Rectal prolapse
References
Bordeianou L, Hicks CW, Kaiser AM, Alavi K, Sudan R, Wise PE. Rectal prolapse: an overview of clinical features, diagnosis, and patient-specific management strategies. J Gastrointest Surg. 2014 May;18(5):1059-69. doi: 10.1007/s11605-013-2427-7. Epub 2013 Dec 19. PMID: 24352613.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11605-013-2427-7
Gachabayov M, Bendl R, Flusberg M, Grimes CL, Altomare DF, Ozuner G, Longo A, Bergamaschi R. Rectal prolapse and pelvic descent. Curr Probl Surg. 2021 Sep;58(9):100952. doi: 10.1016/j.cpsurg.2020.100952. Epub 2020 Dec 29. PMID: 34489052.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0011384020302227?via%3Dihub
Mayo Clinic
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/rectal-prolapse/symptoms-causes/syc-20352837
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