Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tenesmus
Noun
/ˈtɛnɪz.məs/
Definition
A sensation of incomplete bowel evacuation or a feeling of needing to pass stool but being unable to do so.
Examples
- After experiencing tenesmus for several days, he decided to consult a doctor.
- Many patients with inflammatory bowel disease report tenesmus as a common symptom.
Meaning
Tenesmus refers to the uncomfortable feeling that there is still stool left in the rectum after you have already attempted to pass it.
Synonyms
- Straining
- Urgency
- Pressure
