Hi Jenn. Fecal impaction prevents stool further up in the colon from moving. We would not like to second guess your doctor so it is best to work on the assumption that this diagnosis is correct. Fecal impaction is a complication and the root cause, in this case your constipation, needs to be properly treated and managed. You should follow up with your family doctor and possibly a gastroenterologist about the possibility of a colonoscopy and so on. It may be possible that there is some obstruction within the colon that may be contributing to this impaction. However, there are many possible causes of constipation and sometimes the exact cause of constipation is never identified. Speak to your doctor for further assistance.

i do exercising, i also increased the fiber on my diet and also the fluid intake, but nothings happen. but im just wondering why, the time im taking antibiotics my bowel movement became normal..

Hi Amy. It is possible that your current situation is related to your previous history of chronic diarrhea. You have not mentioned what caused that previous diarrhea – remember that diarrhea is a symptom of some disease and not a disease on its own. However, it is equally possible that your current symptoms are unrelated to your previous diarrhea. Pain that is relieved with defecation may occur in a number of different conditions, including IBS, IBD, diverticulitis and so on. The lack of blood or fever does not mean that it is not serious. You will need to consult with your doctor and possibly undergo a colonoscopy by a gastroenterologist to be sure.

Hi Angeles. As you can see there are many possible causes of an inflamed colon and there is no way of saying for sure until a medical professional assesses you. This may require further diagnostic investigations. The cause of your current symptoms could range from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to diverticulitis and even colorectal cancer is a possiblity. However, it is equally possible that your symptoms are unrelated to the colon. Remember that the abdominal cavity is packed with organs so it is difficult to pinpoint your symptoms to a specific organ when only pain is present. Follow up with your doctor.