How Do You Spell RECTOCELE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛktə͡ʊsə͡l] (IPA)

Rectocele is a medical term that refers to a condition where the rectum protrudes into the vagina. The spelling of "rectocele" is based on the Latin word "rectum" meaning "straight," and "cele" meaning "pouch" or "hernia." The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈrɛktəsiːl/. The first syllable "rec-" is pronounced with a short "e" sound as in "red," followed by a stressed syllable "-to-" pronounced with a short "o" sound as in "rot," and the final syllable "-cele" with a long "e" sound as in "seal."

RECTOCELE Meaning and Definition

1. Rectocele is a medical condition characterized by the bulging or protrusion of the front wall of the rectum into the back wall of the vagina. It occurs when the supportive tissues between the rectum and the vagina become weakened or stretched, leading to the formation of a pouch-like sac. This condition is specifically related to women's anatomy, as the rectum and vagina are located close to each other in the pelvic region.

   The weakening of these tissues can be caused by several factors, including childbirth, chronic constipation, frequent heavy lifting, or age-related changes in the pelvic area. Individuals with rectocele often experience various symptoms, including difficulty in passing stool, a sensation of incomplete bowel movements, the need to press on the vagina or perineum to evacuate the bowels, or a sense of overall pelvic pressure. In severe cases, rectocele can even cause the rectum to prolapse or partially protrude through the vagina.

   The diagnosis of rectocele is typically made through a physical examination, including pelvic examination and, in some cases, additional imaging tests such as defecography or ultrasound. Treatment options for rectocele vary depending on the severity of the symptoms and the impact on an individual's quality of life. Non-surgical management may involve lifestyle modifications, such as maintaining a high-fiber diet, increasing fluid intake, and practicing pelvic floor exercises. In more severe cases, surgical intervention, such as a rectocele repair, may be recommended to restore the normal anatomy and alleviate symptoms.

2. Proctocele.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for RECTOCELE

• eectocele
• dectocele
• fectocele
• tectocele
• 5ectocele
• 4ectocele
• rwctocele
• rsctocele
• rdctocele
• rrctocele
• r4ctocele
• r3ctocele
• rextocele
• revtocele
• reftocele
• redtocele
• recrocele
• recfocele
• recgocele
• rektocele

Etymology of RECTOCELE

The word "rectocele" is derived from the Latin roots "rectum" meaning "straight" or "right" and "coelum" meaning "cavity". In medical terminology, "recto-" pertains to the rectum, and "-cele" refers to a herniation or protrusion. Therefore, "rectocele" signifies the protrusion or herniation of the rectum into the vaginal wall.

Similar spelling words for RECTOCELE

• rest-cure,
• restock.

Plural form of RECTOCELE is RECTOCELES