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Fecal incontinence arising from an underlying condition such as diabetic neuropathy can sometimes be helped by treating the underlying condition. When that does not work, or when no underlying condition can be discovered, one approach is to have the patient use a suppository or ...[read article]
Treatment News for Fecal Incontinence
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Tests for Fecal Incontinence
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Anal Sphincter Manometry
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Medical Procedures for Fecal Incontinence
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A program of bowel retraining, Kegel exercises, or biofeedback therapy may be used by people with: Fecal incontinence; Nerve problems (such as from multiple sc... More
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Surgical Procedures for Fecal Incontinence
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Repair of Anal Sphincter
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Sphincters are muscles that allow your body to hold in urine. An inflatable artificial (human-made) sphincter is a medical device that keeps urine from leaking when... More
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Transplantation of Gracilis Muscle
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Prescribed Medications for Fecal Incontinence
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. More
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DOCUSATE (doc CUE sayt) is stool softener. It helps prevent constipation and straining or discomfort associated with hard or dry stools. More
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MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide) is a laxative. It is used to treat constipation. More
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. More
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Over the Counter Medications for Fecal Incontinence
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. More
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DOCUSATE (doc CUE sayt) is stool softener. It helps prevent constipation and straining or discomfort associated with hard or dry stools. More
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MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide) is a laxative. It is used to treat constipation. More
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Self Care for Fecal Incontinence
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Kegel exercises are a series of pelvic muscle exercises designed to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor. More
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The term grazing is used to describe the eating of small, frequent meals, or mini-meals, throughout the day, typically every three to four hours. Grazing does not m... More
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Alternative Procedures for Fecal Incontinence What's this?
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Biofeedback is a purported technique for helping an individual become conscious of otherwise unconscious body processes. Through conveying information about blood p... More
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