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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Obstructed defecation | |||
| synonyms = [[Anismus]], [[Pelvic floor dyssynergia]], [[Outlet obstruction]] | |||
| field = [[Gastroenterology]], [[Colorectal surgery]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Constipation]], [[Straining during defecation]], [[Incomplete evacuation]], [[Abdominal pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Rectal prolapse]], [[Hemorrhoids]], [[Anal fissure]] | |||
| onset = Any age, more common in [[middle-aged]] and [[elderly]] individuals | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Pelvic floor dysfunction]], [[Rectocele]], [[Intussusception]], [[Anal sphincter dysfunction]] | |||
| risks = [[Childbirth]], [[Pelvic surgery]], [[Neurological disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Defecography]], [[Anorectal manometry]], [[Colonic transit study]] | |||
| differential = [[Irritable bowel syndrome]], [[Colonic inertia]], [[Fecal impaction]] | |||
| treatment = [[Biofeedback therapy]], [[Pelvic floor exercises]], [[Surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Laxatives]], [[Stool softeners]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Obstructed defecation''' is a [[medical condition]] where individuals have a sensation of blockage during [[defecation]]. This condition is a type of [[constipation]] and is often associated with a variety of [[gastrointestinal disorders]]. | '''Obstructed defecation''' is a [[medical condition]] where individuals have a sensation of blockage during [[defecation]]. This condition is a type of [[constipation]] and is often associated with a variety of [[gastrointestinal disorders]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of obstructed defecation is the sensation of persistent blockage during the act of defecation. Other symptoms may include [[abdominal pain]], bloating, and a feeling of incomplete evacuation. In severe cases, individuals may resort to manual methods to aid defecation. | The primary symptom of obstructed defecation is the sensation of persistent blockage during the act of defecation. Other symptoms may include [[abdominal pain]], bloating, and a feeling of incomplete evacuation. In severe cases, individuals may resort to manual methods to aid defecation. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Obstructed defecation can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[pelvic floor dysfunction]], [[rectocele]], [[rectal intussusception]], and [[rectal prolapse]]. Other causes may include [[anorectal malformations]], [[Hirschsprung's disease]], and certain [[neurological disorders]]. | Obstructed defecation can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[pelvic floor dysfunction]], [[rectocele]], [[rectal intussusception]], and [[rectal prolapse]]. Other causes may include [[anorectal malformations]], [[Hirschsprung's disease]], and certain [[neurological disorders]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of obstructed defecation typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include [[anorectal manometry]], [[defecography]], and [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI). | Diagnosis of obstructed defecation typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include [[anorectal manometry]], [[defecography]], and [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI). | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for obstructed defecation depends on the underlying cause. Options may include dietary changes, [[pelvic floor therapy]], and in some cases, surgery. Medications such as [[laxatives]] may also be used to manage symptoms. | Treatment for obstructed defecation depends on the underlying cause. Options may include dietary changes, [[pelvic floor therapy]], and in some cases, surgery. Medications such as [[laxatives]] may also be used to manage symptoms. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Constipation]] | * [[Constipation]] | ||
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* [[Rectocele]] | * [[Rectocele]] | ||
* [[Rectal prolapse]] | * [[Rectal prolapse]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | [[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Constipation]] | [[Category:Constipation]] | ||
Latest revision as of 06:04, 4 April 2025
| Obstructed defecation | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Anismus, Pelvic floor dyssynergia, Outlet obstruction |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Constipation, Straining during defecation, Incomplete evacuation, Abdominal pain |
| Complications | Rectal prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Anal fissure |
| Onset | Any age, more common in middle-aged and elderly individuals |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Pelvic floor dysfunction, Rectocele, Intussusception, Anal sphincter dysfunction |
| Risks | Childbirth, Pelvic surgery, Neurological disorders |
| Diagnosis | Defecography, Anorectal manometry, Colonic transit study |
| Differential diagnosis | Irritable bowel syndrome, Colonic inertia, Fecal impaction |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Biofeedback therapy, Pelvic floor exercises, Surgery |
| Medication | Laxatives, Stool softeners |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Obstructed defecation is a medical condition where individuals have a sensation of blockage during defecation. This condition is a type of constipation and is often associated with a variety of gastrointestinal disorders.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of obstructed defecation is the sensation of persistent blockage during the act of defecation. Other symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, and a feeling of incomplete evacuation. In severe cases, individuals may resort to manual methods to aid defecation.
Causes[edit]
Obstructed defecation can be caused by a variety of factors. These include pelvic floor dysfunction, rectocele, rectal intussusception, and rectal prolapse. Other causes may include anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung's disease, and certain neurological disorders.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of obstructed defecation typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include anorectal manometry, defecography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for obstructed defecation depends on the underlying cause. Options may include dietary changes, pelvic floor therapy, and in some cases, surgery. Medications such as laxatives may also be used to manage symptoms.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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