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Urogynecology (Expert Forum)
Post surgery
Answered by
Lennox Hoyte, M.D. - UroGynecology, Pelvic Surgery
USF College College of Medicine
Tampa - FL
Questions in the Urogynecology forum are answered by medical professionals affiliated with USF Health. Topics covered include overactive bladders, bladder pain, fallen/drooping bladder, bowel urgency, bowel prolapse, cystitis, incontinence, pain with intercourse, rectal prolapse, surgery, urinary urgency, and uterine prolapse.
Post surgery
by suzy25, Feb 07, 2007 12:00AM
I had surgery a couple years ago to repair a 4th degree tear from childbirth. I am doing great but whenever I have a bowel movement I have to return to the bathroom 2-3 times in order to feel clean. If I happen to go several times in one day I will become extremely uncomfortable and irritated. I go through tons of toilet paper and those cottonelle whipes. Any suggestions? Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Lennox Hoyte, M.D., Feb 11, 2007 12:00AM
, Feb 11, 2007 12:00AM
If this is post defecation fecal urgency, then you may benefit from evaluation by a urogynecologist or colorectal specialist, who will evaluate your anal sphincter, look for a rectovaginal fistula, as well as your pelvic floor function. They may be able to offer you some helpful remedies.
