Risk Factors for Rectal prolapse
| About risk factors: Risk factors for Rectal prolapse are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of the disease, but seem to be associated in some way. Having a risk factor for Rectal prolapse makes the chances of getting a condition higher but does not always lead to Rectal prolapse. Also, the absence of any risk factors or having a protective factor does not necessarily guard you against getting Rectal prolapse. For general information and a list of risk factors, see the risk center. |
Risk factor list: The list of risk factors mentioned for Rectal prolapse in various sources includes:
- Age
- Fecal straining
- Constipation
- Reduced muscle tone
- Prior rectal surgery
Last revision: April 3, 2003
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