Anorectal Manometry Treatment in India

Saanvi Nair, a 28-year-old software engineer,...

Saanvi Nair, a 28-year-old software engineer, had struggled with severe, painful constipation since her teenage years. Her symptoms had worsened over the past two years, leading to bloating, abdominal pain, and a reliance on strong laxatives that provided inconsistent relief. After numerous dietary changes and over-the-counter remedies failed, her primary care physician referred her to a surgical gastroenterologist. The doctor, suspecting a pelvic floor dysfunction, recommended anorectal manometry to assess the coordination and strength of her anal sphincter muscles and rectal sensation. Saanvi was deeply anxious and embarrassed about the procedure, fearing it would be painful and invasive. On the day, the nurse and doctor were exceptionally kind, explaining each step. While the insertion of the thin, flexible catheter was uncomfortable and the sensation of balloon inflation was strange, it was not the painful ordeal she had imagined. The test revealed dyssynergic defecation, her muscles were working against each other instead of coordinating. Armed with this clear diagnosis, Saanvi began targeted biofeedback therapy. Six months later, her symptoms have improved dramatically. She feels a profound sense of relief and validation after years of being dismissed; the procedure, while uncomfortable, gave her a definitive answer and a clear path to recovery, replacing shame with hope.