Incomplete Bowel Emptying
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Incomplete bowel evacuation
Incomplete bowel movements
Incomplete bowel movement
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About the Symptom
Also known as incomplete evacuation. It describes the feeling that you need to pass poop, but can pass only a small amount or no stool at all.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Unable to completely empty the bowels
Possible Causes
Generally, Incomplete bowel emptying can be related to:
- Constipation
Difficulty passing stool. Constipation can also refer to a decrease in stool quantity (e.g. passing stool every day but only small amounts). It can be caused by various factors, including dietary habits, mobility, illnesses, and medications.
- Rectal Cancer
Rectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the rectum. Malignant, or cancerous cells, form in the rectal tissue and can spread to other parts of the body.
- Neurogenic Intrapelvic Syndrome
A group of conditions that cause chronic pain in the anus and pelvis, as well as symptoms related to passing urine or stool. The cause is often unknown. It is also called functional anorectal disorders.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Colon Cancer
- Viral Gastroenteritis
- Cystitis
- Uterine Prolapse
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
Do you feel like you haven't fully emptied your bowels?
Do you have a fever?
Have you had hard stools or constipation lately?
Do you have blood in your stool?
Are you feeling nauseous or have you been vomiting?
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References
Bharucha AE, Wald AM. Anorectal disorders. Am J Gastroenterol. 2010 Apr;105(4):786-94. doi: 10.1038/ajg.2010.70. PMID: 20372131; PMCID: PMC3923303.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3923303/
Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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