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What could be wrong with someone who drinks plenty of water & is constipated & has issues with feces sitting in the rectum unable to push it all out?
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Weak muscles: The muscles of the rectum could be weak and cause these symptoms. A rectocele is the result of these muscles being weak. A colorectal surgeon could help possibly address this issue further. I hope this helps.
Answered 6/9/2015
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