An object in your rectum can cause pain, infection, bleeding, constipation, or leaking of stool. The rectum is a muscular tube about 5 inches long that is at the end of the large intestine (colon). The rectum connects the colon to the anus, which is the opening where stool leaves the body.
Your rectum may feel tender or irritated after the object has been removed. It may hurt when you have to pass stool.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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