Stool can become impacted, or stuck, in your colon, blocking waste from leaving the body. This often causes pain and bloating. Treatment can include laxatives or procedures to remove the stool. When ...

Constipation is difficulty emptying your bowels. Fecal impaction is the buildup of hardened stool in your bowel that you can’t pass. Fecal impaction is a potential complication of chronic constipation ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways Constipation and diarrhea can cause rectal pressure that may be relieved with OTC medicines or dietary changes.  Adding fiber to your diet can ...