Dyssynergic defecation and biofeedback treatment

Apparently when my GI asked another radiologist to read my MRI, the radiologist informed him that I have dyssynergic defecation, which in simple terms, means that while I have a bm, my sphincter doesn’t relax and at the same time, I try to strain which results in anal spasm and that’s why, I have pain caused by this spasm. Also, I developed constipation after suffering from diarrhea for 15 years. My GI prescribed lubiprostone, a medical laxative, but he prescribed me 24mcg and that caused severe diarrhea. So, when I saw him yesterday, he lowered the dose to 16 mcg as I suspected I had fecal impaction as I can become constipated for 5 days. My GI informed me that I have to have biofeedback treatment . I was against the idea and said I wasn’t convinced. He told me it’s not a matter of being convinced or not, I need training. He referred me to a doctor to train me have bms as my sphincter has become lazy. Did anyone have successful stories with having biofeedback treatment for dyssynergic defecation?

Susie, thank you so much. My GI referred me to a doctor who is specialized in biofeedback. As I understood, she will first do some tests to confirm the diagnosis and then we will discuss the treatment protocol with my GI. I will definitely check Cleveland clinic.