Is Rectocele the Same as Rectal Prolapse?

A rectocele is not the same thing as rectal prolapse. Rectal prolapse is a protrusion or prolapse of the rectum through the anal opening.

How do you poop with a rectocele?

Try to reduce the pressure on your rectocele by keeping your weight normal and not straining on the toilet. Keep your stool soft and bulky so it is easier to pass. Plenty of fibre in your diet can help. A sachet of fibre powders (such as Fybogel) every day may also be useful.

Can you fix a rectocele without surgery?

As it is a structural (anatomical) defect, you cannot fix a rectocele by natural means alone. The treatment of rectocele (also known as posterior vaginal prolapse) depends on the severity of its symptoms, and surgery is the only definitive treatment to fix it.