Tenesmus (Noun)
Meaning
Painful spasm of the anal sphincter along with an urgent desire to defecate without the significant production of feces; associated with irritable bowel syndrome.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient experienced recurring episodes of tenesmus, which significantly impacted her daily life and overall well-being.
- Tenesmus is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome, often described as an intense feeling of unfinished bowel movements.
- The new medication helped alleviate the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, including tenesmus, and greatly improved the patient's quality of life.
- After a series of tests, the doctor concluded that the persistent tenesmus was caused by an unpredictable flare-up of irritable bowel syndrome.
- The discomfort caused by tenesmus made everyday activities challenging for the patient, who struggled to find relief from the constant sensation of needing to defecate.