CONDITIONS

Rectal Prolapse

The slipping or protrusion of the rectal lining through the anus.

  • Sensation of a mass or bulge in the anus
  • Difficulty with bowel movements
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Physical examination
  • Colonoscopy
  • Imaging studies such as MRI
  • Strangulation of prolapsed tissue
  • Ulceration
  • Infection
  • Dietary and lifestyle changes
  • Exercises to strengthen pelvic floor muscles
  • Surgery in severe cases
  • Severe pain
  • Inability to manually reduce the prolapse
  • Persistent bleeding

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