Q. What causes pain in the sacrum after a bowel movement?
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Pain in the sacrum after a bowel movement can have several causes. The most common cause is due to straining during defecation, which can result in the irritation of nearby muscles and ligaments that attach directly to the sacrum. This type of pain occurs because when one strains while passing stools, they put excess pressure on the muscles and other structures around the pelvic region, leading to inflammation and discomfort in these areas.
Additionally, some medical conditions such as chronic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), tumors or cysts located near or near/on the sacrum itself can also lead to pain in this area after a bowel movement. Depending on other symptoms present (such as fever or abdominal cramping) your doctor may order tests like an X-ray, CT scan or MRI imaging to diagnose any underlying pathology causing your pain. It is important for you to talk with your physician if you are having chronic pain after each bowel movement so that proper treatment can be recommended for you.
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