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Bowel Incontinence
Bowel incontinence is the inability to control your bowels. When you feel the urge to have a bowel movement, you may not be able to hold it until you get to a toilet. Millions of Americans have this problem. It affects people of all ages - children and adults. It is more common in women and older adults. It is not a normal part of aging.
Causes include
• Constipation
• Damage to muscles or nerves of the anus and rectum
• Diarrhea
• Pelvic support problems
Treatments include changes in diet, medicines, bowel training, or surgery. (NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)
Also called: encopresis, stool soiling
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