Understanding Fecal Incontinence Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Treatment

1. Understanding Fecal Incontinence: Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Treatment Bowel incontinence is embarrassing and brings an urge to visit the bathroom, but usually, one cannot reach the toilet. Also referred to as Fecal Incontinence, it is the loss of bowel control, resulting in involuntary bowel movements or fecal elimination. If you suspect you may have that, understanding it will get you practical knowledge about the issue before getting a medical diagnosis. What is Incontinence? Firstly, you need to know the Definition of Incontinence in medical terms. It refers to involuntary urination or loss of control over defecation. This lack of self-restraint can start at any time, but you can manage it at home or with the help of a medical expert. Symptoms of Bowel Incontinence The common symptoms are usually urge and passive: Urge Fecal Incontinence is an urge to poop without control before one gets to a bathroom Passive Fecal Incontinence happens when there is fecal waste or mucus exiting the anus without knowing Causes of Fecal Incontinence There are many causes of fecal incontinence, including: Fecal impaction as a result of chronic constipation Diarrhea resulting from liquid or loose stool Muscle damage, including damage to the anal sphincter Nerve damage, especially the nerves that control sphincter movement Pelvic floor dysfunction What are the Risk Factors of Fecal Incontinence? Certain people are at a greater risk of experiencing this type of incontinence. One may be at a higher risk if: They are a woman They have had a natural childbirth They are over 65 years of age

2. They have an injury or disease that may have caused nerve damage They have chronic constipation How to Treat or Prevent Bowel Incontinence Before you can treat it, you need to get a diagnosis. This can be done through: A digital diagnosis of the rectal area Stool culture Blood tests Electromyography Barium enema (large intestine x-ray) Anorectal ultrasound You can prevent or treat fecal incontinence through: Diet: Avoid foods that may cause diarrhea and constipation to normalize and regulate the bowel movements Bowel Training: You can train your bowel routinely by encouraging a normal movement, such as sitting on your toilet on regular schedules or adopting rectal suppositories to help to stimulate bowel movements Kegel exercises to strengthen and tone the pelvic floor muscles Biofeedback using pelvic exercisers or Kegel devices such as Elitone With the right approaches, you could welcome incontinence-free days sooner. You should also consult your medical expert beforehand. Contact Us: 810 Main St., Suite C Monroe, CT 06468 customercare@elitone.com 9784354324