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Rectal prolapse    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Definition:

The abnormal movement of the rectal mucosa down to or through the anal opening.

Causes and Risks

Rectal prolapse, when protruding through the anus, appears as a red mass that may be several inches long. The rectal mucosa is visible and may bleed slightly. Rectal prolapse occurs predominantly in children under age 6, and in the elderly.

Rectal prolapse is often associated with other conditions such as:

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