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Stool stuck in anus
I have been experiencing constipation for the past few days. Initially, I did not pass stool for two days. On the third day, I felt the urge to pass stool but had to hold it in because I was busy.
When I eventually went to the toilet, passing stool became very difficult. The stool was initially normal but sticky, followed by a large, hard piece that I was unable to pass completely.
The main problem is that the stool does not seem to be stuck inside my rectum. It comes down and reaches the anal opening whenever I try to pass stool, but its size seems too large in proportion to the anal opening, making it difficult or almost impossible to pass. Only a small portion comes out, while the rest remains inside.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
What you're describing, a hard stool that's too wide for the opening, is a common form of constipation that builds up after stool sits for a couple of days without enough fibre or fluid. It usually isn't serious on its own, but it does need diet changes to resolve properly rather than waiting it out.
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Increase your water intake, eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and never hold back the urge to go. A mild stool softener from a pharmacist can help in the short term if diet alone isn't enough.
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See a doctor the same day if you notice blood, get severe pain, or are unable to pass any stool for several days.
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