What Causes Subtle Cramping In The Rectum?

Posted on Sat, 30 Apr 2016

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Question : I seem to have subtle cramping in my rectum. BMs are solid, but there is no pressure, its as if it just falls out. I have a very uneasy sensation.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I read carefully your concerns and I can say as follows:
1. You are reporting to have subtle cramping in the rectum and no pressure.
These symptoms may be related with :
- acute infection like proctitis
- insuficience of anal sphincter or tumoral issues of the rectum
- IBS.
2. If your symptoms persist more than 3 month s than I would recommend to do as follows:
- recto-sigmoidoscopy
- anal manometry to measure the anal ring pressure
3. Meantime I suggest to :
- perform Kegel exercise to strength anal muscles
- avoid unnecessary stress
- try to sit on bathroom for at least 20 minutes
- avoid coffee , alcohol and spicy foods
If you have other concerns I would be glad to assist you further.
Dr.Klerida

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar