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A fecal impaction is a large mass of dry, hard stool that can develop in the rectum due to chronic constipation. This mass may be so hard that it cannot be excreted. Watery stool from higher in the bowel may move around...
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Symptoms
Sudden, watery diarrhea in someone who has chronic constipation is usually an indication of a fecal impaction. Other sy...
Causes
Certain people are at greater risk for developing chronic constipation, which can lead to fecal impaction. Patients at ...
Tests
The health care provider will examine your stomach area and rectum. The rectal exam will reveal a hard mass of dry stoo...
Treatments
Treatment of a fecal impaction involves removal of the impacted stool, as well as measures to prevent constipation and ...
Complications
Necrosis (tissue death) or rectal tissue injury; Ulceration of the rectal tissue.
Prevention
Prevention of fecal impaction centers on preventing constipation. Fiber should be added to the diet to promote normal s...
Doctor Specialties
Notify your health care provider if you are experiencing chronic diarrhea or fecal incontinence following a long period...
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