Patient's question:
NoDoctor's answer:
If rectal prolapse is caused by conditions such as constipation or diarrhea, it is important to actively treat these primary diseases. Once the primary diseases are cured, rectal prolapse often heals. During treatment, squatting to defecate should be avoided; instead, standing, lateral lying, or supine positions should be used. For small infants, they can be taken care of in a standing position for urination and defecation. Older children can sit on a high stool to defecate, which means placing the toilet seat on a high chair to have a bowel movement. If this method is maintained for 1 to 2 months, most cases of rectal prolapse can heal. If the rectal prolapse does not improve after changing the defecation method, manual reduction may be performed. A thick pad is made by folding gauze and used to press the anus. An adhesive is applied to pull the buttocks tightly together and secure them. The child should be kept in bed for 1 to 2 weeks, maintaining a lying position for defecation, which often leads to healing.