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Is Stool Incontinence Related To Removal Of Ovaries And Uterus?

Ten years ago I had a total abdominal hysterectomy for stage one cancer. Over the past few months I experience stool incontinence, maybe once or twice a week. A very small amount. Could this be related to my removal of uterus, ovaries, cervix? I ve had adhesions and scar tissue also. And an incisional hernia repaired
Mon, 23 Dec 2019
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Hi,

Leakage of stool can be suggestive of fecal incontinence. Fecal incontinence causes stool and other fecal matter to leak from your rectal canal.

It can range from occasional leakage while passing gas to a complete loss of bowel control.

So initially I would suggest you go for a digital rectal examination by a surgeon. Most commonly at your age nerve damage is an important cause of fecal incontinence.


For the time being, Anti-diarrheal drugs such as loperamide (Imodium) and diphenoxylate and atropine sulfate (Lomotil) along with bulk-forming agents like Metamucil can be taken to provide symptomatic relief.

However, they may cause constipation which can further worsen the problem of hemorrhoid.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon

So initially would suggest you visit a general surgeon and get your rectal canal investigated.
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Is Stool Incontinence Related To Removal Of Ovaries And Uterus?

Hi, Leakage of stool can be suggestive of fecal incontinence. Fecal incontinence causes stool and other fecal matter to leak from your rectal canal. It can range from occasional leakage while passing gas to a complete loss of bowel control. So initially I would suggest you go for a digital rectal examination by a surgeon. Most commonly at your age nerve damage is an important cause of fecal incontinence. For the time being, Anti-diarrheal drugs such as loperamide (Imodium) and diphenoxylate and atropine sulfate (Lomotil) along with bulk-forming agents like Metamucil can be taken to provide symptomatic relief. However, they may cause constipation which can further worsen the problem of hemorrhoid. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon So initially would suggest you visit a general surgeon and get your rectal canal investigated.