Seek urgent medical care if the rectum is stuck out, very painful, bleeding heavily, or turns dark red, purple, or black
Lie down and relax to reduce straining
Use clean, lubricated fingers to gently push the prolapse back in if it is soft and not very painful
Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling before attempting reduction
Use a sugar solution or granulated sugar on the prolapsed tissue to help shrink swelling before reduction
Avoid straining during bowel movements
Increase dietary fiber intake
Drink plenty of water
Use stool softeners if recommended by a clinician
Treat constipation promptly
Treat diarrhea promptly
Avoid heavy lifting
Avoid prolonged sitting on the toilet
Perform pelvic floor exercises if advised by a clinician
See a doctor for evaluation of the cause
Follow prescribed treatment for any underlying condition
Consider surgical repair if the prolapse is recurrent, severe, or cannot be kept in place
Get emergency care if there is severe pain, inability to push it back in, fever, or signs of tissue damage