Rectal prolapse is a complaint in which the rectum (the lower end of the colon, sited just above the anus) turns itself back-to-front. In the initial stages of this condition, the rectum does not push out of the body, but as the situation deteriorates, it may overhang. Feebleness of the anal sphincter muscle is often linked with rectal prolapse at this phase and may bring about leakage of stool or mucus. The condition befalls in both sexes, though it is more common in females than males.
Types of rectal prolapse that a person can experience
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- Mucosal prolapse: ejection of mucus and small volume of faecal staining: pruritusani; and sometimes small volume of bright red rectal bleeding.
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- Internal full thickness prolapse: feeling of rectal fullness/mass; partial defecation; discontent after defecation and recurring defecation.
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- External full thickness prolapse: external prolapsing mass after defecation (frequently requiring manual reduction); mucus and faecal soiling; infrequent bright red rectal bleeding (may be in big volume if prolapse becomes ulcerated).
Diagnosis of rectal prolapse
Your physician can analyze this complaint by taking a vigilant history and executing a complete anorectal examination. To validate the prolapse, patients may be asked to strain as if having a bowel movement or to perchon the commode and strain before the examination. Ano rectal mano me try may also be used to diagnose this ailment. This test gauge whether or not the muscles around the rectum are operating routinely.
This ailment can be treated successfully by undergoing herbal medicine for rectal prolapse at Daya Ayush Therapy Centre.