Prolapse of the rectum is a protuberance of portion of the bowel via the anus. It is much more common in females than in males and can ensue at any age including the very young and the ageing. It can be related with severe constipation but in several cases the exact reason of the ailment is unidentified. It can be related with feeble pelvic floor muscles or weakness in the anal sphincter. The gradation of prolapse might be partial and comprise of extrusion of the mucosa or lining membrane of the rectum right through to full prolapse of a section of the rectum. The problem generally starts with protuberance of the rectum during the act of defecation, which then goes back on its own when defecation has completed. As the ailment progresses it might be essential for the prolapse to be abridged by hand. The prolapse generally results in poor control of bowel function and can lead to fecal incontinence. The prolapse can also bring about rectal bleeding and the passage of mucous.
Diagnosis of the condition is generally straightforward as the examining doctor can willingly review the prolapse. In children treating the underlying constipation can generally relieve the condition. In the case of grown-ups with incomplete prolapse, bulk laxatives might be useful since such laxatives aid to reduce straining at stool. In the case of more severe gradations of prolapse a non-surgical treatment of rectal prolapse is typically necessary to undergo. It is very much safe and effective.
