Rectal prolapse
Definition:
The abnormal movement of the rectal mucosa down to or through the anal opening.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Rectal prolapse, when protruding through the anus, appears as a red mass which may be several inches long. The rectal mucosa is visible and may bleed slightly. Rectal prolapse occurs predominantly in children under age 6.
Rectal prolapse is often associated with other conditions such as:
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