Question 1

do symptoms like rectal prolapse go away quickly?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Rectal prolapse usually occurs over time and is a progressive problem.  There may be an underlying cause for the prolapse.  You need to be seen by your primary doctor for evaluation.

Question 2

i just had a rectal prolapse  does it go away on its own?is their a cure? or am im on risk on having it over an over again

Accepted Answer

Prolapse v rectocele: Too often the names are interchanged rectal prolapse and rectocele. The first is prolapse of rectum through the anus, the latter is a bulging of the rectum into the vagina. The former is unlikely to respond to anyting but surgery, the latter may improve some with kegles. Keep stools soft, avoid prolonged sitting on the toilet and straining in order to keep from worsening.

Question 3

are the symptoms of rectal prolapse bad?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Some people with rectal prolapse will have pain with bowel movements, most will have occasional bright red blood from the rectum due to irritation of the prolapsed rectal mucosa, and many will have soiling or a mucous type discharge from the prolapse.  Stool softeners and increased fiber in the diet may help, but significant rectal prolapse often requires surgical correction.

Question 4

what are symptoms of an 
internal rectal prolapse ?

Accepted Answer

Not pleasant: Symptoms of rectal prolapse depend on the severity can include: pain and discomfort felt deep within the lower abdomen; blood and mucus from the anus; feeling constipation or incomplete emptying after a bm; diffulty passing bm; leakage of liquefied feces ; fecal incontinence or reduced ability to control bowels. RP is graded according to severity. I.P. -rectum is prolapsed but has not slipped out

Question 5

what are the most common symptoms of rectal prolapse? do i need to have all of them to really have it?

Accepted Answer

What it says...: Most common is "mass protruding through the anus" and most are not painful at all; typically protrudes with defication/straining and retracts when done (mild cases). More severe case may need physical "pushing back in". It may progress and get really severe and pushing back no longer adequate, which then will require surgical reduction/pin-up surgery.
Consult your doc..Colorectal doc.
Good luck.

Question 6

i am 21 and have internal rectal prolapse, should i consider getting surgery? would it fix the issue, what could go wrong ?

Accepted Answer

Rectal prolapse: Most rectal prolapses cause some external protrusion through the anus and don't require surgery. An internal prolapse is more complicated and requires evaluation and advice by a colorectal surgeon. Avoidance of constipation and avoiding straining for a bowel movement using stool softeners may not be enough to prevent symptoms or further damage.

Question 7

what can i do for my rectal prolapse without going to a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Some people with rectal prolapse will have pain with bowel movements, most will have occasional bright red blood from the rectum due to irritation of the prolapsed rectal mucosa, and many will have soiling or a mucous type discharge from the prolapse.  Stool softeners and increased fiber in the diet may help, but significant rectal prolapse often requires surgical correction.

Question 8

should i go to school if i have a rectal prolapse?

Accepted Answer

As long: Aas you can reduce the prolapse after a bm and do not have excessive soilage issues, going to school is not a problem. But if the prolpase continues, the sooner you get it confirmed and treated the better the long term result you will have. Long term prolapse can be associated with loss of sphincter muscle tone and hence can cause variable degrees of incontinence.

Question 9

what type(s) of exam(s) are used to determine internal rectal prolapse, and intussusception?

Accepted Answer

Several: Digital rectal exam
sigmoidoscopy after bowel cleansing
colonoscopy after bowel full prep.

Question 10

what is rectal prolapse?

Accepted Answer

See below: Rectal prolapse occurs when a portion of rectum essentially turns inside out and protrudes through the anus.  It is assocated with excessive straining and worsens constipation.  It can improve with stool softeners and fiber but often requries surgical correction.

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