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Fecal impaction

April, 20th, 2023


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Fecal impaction often occurs in people who have been constipated for a long time and have been using laxatives. Fiber added to the diet, exercise, and laxatives may prevent impaction.


Overview

Symptoms include belly cramping and bloating and stool leakage.


Symptoms

A doctor may insert one or two fingers to break up the stool in the rectum. A warm mineral enema then softens the stool, to aid in its elimination.

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