Fecal incontinence1
- But without treatment, a prolapse may grow larger and result in permanent issues with fecal incontinence. (everydayhealth.com)
Constipation2
- A number of factors, such as chronic constipation, weak pelvic muscles, and older age, can increase your risk of developing rectal prolapse. (everydayhealth.com)
- Your healthcare provider may work with you to manage the constipation that might be causing the prolapse by adding fiber to your diet and keeping hydrated. (everydayhealth.com)
Painful2
- Rectal prolapse may be uncomfortable, but it's not usually painful. (everydayhealth.com)
- While it can be uncomfortable, rectal prolapse is usually not painful. (everydayhealth.com)
Definitive2
- Background Trans-abdominal rectopexy for complete rectal prolapse (CRP) reportedly yields more definitive results as compared with trans-perineal surgery. (thieme-connect.de)
- There's no single definitive cause of rectal prolapse, although a number of known factors can increase your risk of developing this condition. (everydayhealth.com)
Rectum4
- Complete rectal prolapse (CRP) is defined as the circumferential and full-thickness protrusion of the rectum out of the anal verge. (thieme-connect.de)
- Rectal prolapse occurs when part or all of the rectum slides out of place and sticks out of the anus, turning the rectum inside out. (everydayhealth.com)
- The rectum is the final section of the large intestine before the anus (the opening through which stool passes out of the body). (everydayhealth.com)
- The main sign of rectal prolapse is bright red tissue from the rectum sticking out of the anus. (everydayhealth.com)
Treatment1
- In the era of minimal access surgery, minimally invasive laparoscopic rectopexy has become a popular treatment option for patients with rectal prolapse (RP). (thieme-connect.de)
High1
- If surgery is needed, it has a high success rate and usually cures the prolapse. (everydayhealth.com)
Anus3
- Rectal prolapse occurs when part or all of the rectum slides out of place and sticks out of the anus, turning the rectum inside out. (everydayhealth.com)
- The rectum is the final section of the large intestine before the anus (the opening through which stool passes out of the body). (everydayhealth.com)
- The main sign of rectal prolapse is bright red tissue from the rectum sticking out of the anus. (everydayhealth.com)