Nocturnal pain in the rectum
Pain in the rectum, which occurs only at night or in the early morning hours, should also make one think of a so-called “Proctalgia fugax”. This causes cramp-like, severe pain that lasts up to 30 minutes and then disappears. In the case of these symptoms, the family doctor should be consulted, who can prescribe certain medications and prevent the occurrence of the symptoms.
Pain in the rectum during bowel movement
Hemorrhoids are a common cause of pain in the rectum. They are protruding blood vessel cushions that normally remain inside the rectum. Various risk factors such as obesity, lack of exercise and congenital influences can promote hemorrhoidal disease and, in addition to pain, itching, stool smearing and bleeding are common.
The doctor can determine whether haemorrhoids are present and, if so, at what stage, by examining and examining the anus. In the early stages, treatment with ointments can provide relief. In advanced stages, a small surgical procedure is usually necessary to remove the hemorrhoids that have emerged. This usually also eliminates the pain in the rectum, if the hemorrhoids were the cause.
Pain in the rectum with constipation
Pain in the rectum is often associated with constipation. The stool is particularly hard and firm, so that the rectum has to withstand a lot of pressure during defecation and is subject to a lot of stress. To relieve the pain, it is therefore necessary to do something about the constipation.
The main thing to do is to drink a sufficient amount of about 1.5 to 2 liters per day (at best water or tea). In addition, fibre-rich products such as vegetables, fruit and wholemeal products should make up a large proportion of the diet. Larger quantities of meat and sausages, on the other hand, should be avoided, as they promote constipation.
Natural supplements such as psyllium husks can also be taken, as they regulate the stool. However, if the pain in the rectum and constipation persist despite the above measures, a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible.
