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How Can Bowel Incontinence Be Treated?
After a bowel movement, I have a bit of poop leaking which irritates my skin. I have to use toilet tissue to clean myself and then everything is fine. It s irritating to deal with this. It s not enough leakage to soil my underwear, just a bit. Is it caused by age? (72) being overweight?
Fri, 23 Feb 2018
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Bowel incontinence can occur due to several reasons including chronic constipation, neurological conditions affecting the sphincter ,fistulas etc. Complete review of yoir medical history, Physical examination and digital rectal examination is required at this point ti identify a cause. So please be advised to follow up with your primary care provider for further evaluation and management.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Thank you for trusting HealthcareMagic for your health concern
Bowel incontinence can occur due to several reasons including chronic constipation, neurological conditions affecting the sphincter ,fistulas etc. Complete review of yoir medical history, Physical examination and digital rectal examination is required at this point ti identify a cause. So please be advised to follow up with your primary care provider for further evaluation and management.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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