Question 1

im 20 year old male considering surgery for rectal prolapse. ive read to avoid ab exercises and things like running after surgery is that permanent or few months down the line can i go back to using ab machines at the gym n other strenuous exercise?

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: You should resume your physical activity, including exercise, in consultation with your surgeon. As a general measure, starting with low intensity activity and gradually increasing the intensity of exercise is imperative.
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Question 2

how do you fix  rectal prolapse?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Pelvic prolapse, and, specifically, rectal prolapse, can be caused by: pregnancy, childbirth, obesity, menopause, chronic cough (asthma), to name a few.  The only effective and long-term treatment is surgery, but this is almost always out-patient, with a fairly quick recovery.

Question 3

how is rectal prolapse diagnosed?

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Physical exam: One can generally see prolapse by inspection while the patient is bearing down.

Question 4

hi dr wt mean by rectal prolapse?

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Falling out: Prolapse of the rectum is basically when the tissue that lines the rectum falls down and out the anus.  Almost like a sleeve that turns inside out and falls down.  Sometimes due to straining as with chronic constipation, othertimes due to collagen problems.  Many reasons that this can happen, though it is rare.

Question 5

could rectal prolapse be dangerous?

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Yes: Depending on its extent, it can be. It can lead to necrosis of the wall of the rectum. Also bleeding can occur.

Question 6

what causes rectal prolapse in men?

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Straing or rectal ma: Rectal prolapse is not common in men but when it occurs, it is usually from chronic diarrhea and straining at the stool.  Rectal prolapse should usually be repaired by an experienced surgeon as there are several different techniques which can be applied depending on patient factors such as age, debility, assessment of anal sphincter tone and squeeze, etc.  Colonoscopy is necessary.

Question 7

will a rectal prolapse kill me?

Accepted Answer

No: Not unless led to a terrible infection of some sort or obstruction.

Question 8

what is the cure for rectal prolapse?

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Evaluation: First you need evaluation to differentiate mucosal prolapse from true complete rectal prolapse. If surgery is required after medical management fails, the correct surgery will be anything from a hemorrhoidectomy to an abdominal procedure and partial colon resection. So, please be sure of the diagnosis before consenting to surgery. See a colorectal surgeon for diagnosis and treatment options.

Question 9

is surgery necessary for rectal prolapse?

Accepted Answer

Not always: It can improve with stool softeners and fiber but often requries surgical correction.  Mild symptoms or disease in the elderly or ill may preclude the need for surgical therapy.

Question 10

can rectal prolapse affect the way one walks?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it can definitely cause discomfort and pain and interfere with walking.

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