A fecal impaction is a large, hard mass of stool that gets stuck so badly in your colon or rectum that you can't push it out. This problem can be very severe. It can cause grave illness or even death if it's not treated. It's more common among older adults who have bowel problems. 23 нояб. 2020 г.
What does poop stuck in intestines feel like?
Fecal impaction causes discomfort in your body due to gastrointestinal pressure from waste buildup. Discomfort from the pressure includes: Pain in your abdomen and/or lower back. Feeling like your abdomen is swollen (bloated).
What happens to faeces if it remains in the intestine for a long time?
When feces stay in the bowel for long, they form a hard and dry mass that gets stuck in the rectum (the last part of the large bowel). This is called fecal impaction. Once fecal impaction occurs, the intestine will not be able to remove the feces from the body through the normal contraction process.
How do you know if your bowels are impacted?
Common symptoms include:1Abdominal cramping and bloating.2Leakage of liquid or sudden episodes of watery diarrhea in someone who has chronic (long-term) constipation.3Rectal bleeding.4Small, semi-formed stools.5Straining when trying to pass stools.
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