Your rectum is the last portion of your colon. It is where stool forms before you have a bowel movement. Rectal prolapse is when portion of the rectum humps out of the anus. Initially, a prolapse might occur only after a bowel movement. The prolapsed portion of the rectum might then slip back via the anal canal by itself. Over time, the prolapse might become more severe and might require surgery.
What causes rectal prolapse?
Rectal prolapse is most often instigated by flagging of the muscles that support the rectum. This can occur from constipation, impairment from giving birth or other things.Who is at risk for rectal prolapse?
Females are more likely to have the ailment than menfolk. Ladies who have rectal prolapse are often in their 60s. Men incline to be 40 years old or younger. Younger folks with the disorder often have chronic health conditions and take numerous medicines. An individual is more at risk for rectal prolapse if they have any of the beneath:
ü A lengthy history of constipation
ü Straining to have bowel movements
ü Long-standing (chronic) diarrhea
ü Laxative abuse
ü Childbirth
ü Spinal cord complications or previous stroke
ü Cystic fibrosis
ü Aging
Treatment will depend on your symptoms, your age and your general fitness. It will also depend on how severe the situation is. Treatment often starts with steps to avert constipation and straining. If your rectal prolapse is severe and inhibits your quality of life, your doctor might recommend rectal prolapse treatment without surgery.
