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Synonyms
Faecal incontinence
Bowel incontinence is an inability to control bowel movements, resulting in involuntary soiling. It's also sometimes known as faecal incontinence.
Articles for Bowel incontinence
Causes of bowel incontinence
Bowel incontinence is usually caused by a physical problem with the parts of the body that control the passing of stool.
Diagnosing bowel incontinence
Your GP will begin by asking you about the pattern of your symptoms and other related issues, such as your diet.
Introduction
Bowel incontinence is an inability to control bowel movements, resulting in involuntary soiling.
Treating bowel incontinence
If you have bowel incontinence, your treatment plan will depend on your underlying condition and the pattern of your symptoms.
