Ranging from the size of pea to the size of a hazelnut, the anal sacs are embedded between the internal and
external anal sphincter muscles on each side of the anus.
A new study from University of Tampere, Finland suggests that human adipose stem cells injection represent a simple and feasible treatment option
for anal sphincter muscle injury
Faecal incontinence has been associated with
damaged anal sphincter muscles, which perhaps can be surgically repaired, or injuries to the lumbar or pelvic area, with results from a nerve damage.
PetMD states, «Anal glands, or anal sacs as they are sometimes called, are small paired pouches located between the internal and
external anal sphincter muscles, one on each side of the anus at roughly the 4 and 8 o'clock position.
As a result,
the anal sphincter muscle becomes weak and unable to contain the soft stools that pass around the impaction.
Ashwini Mudra is done by contracting
the anal sphincter muscles in a rhythmic manner.
Severe or chronic prolapse requires surgery to strengthen and tighten
the anal sphincter muscle or to repair the prolapsed lining.