24/11/2025
•Obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS)
- is a condition characterized by the inability to completely empty the bowels, often requiring excessive straining, and may involve a feeling of blockage or incomplete evacuation.
- It is a form of functional constipation caused by physical or muscular issues in the pelvic floor, a**s, or rectum.
- Symptoms can include hard stools, pain, and the need for manual maneuvers to have a bowel movement.