Patient's question:
My 4-year-old son has been experiencing rectal prolapse recently, and it's very distressing to watch. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, it is first necessary to rule out whether the child has the habit of using the toilet for bowel movements. If this habit exists, the parents must correct it, because this is an external contributing factor that can lead to the child developing rectal prolapse. Additionally, it is important to maintain smooth and unobstructed bowel movements for the child, as dry stools can cause the child to unconsciously strain during defecation, which can also exacerbate the formation of rectal prolapse. If this does not work, surgery can be considered as a last resort.