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Being unable to control bowel movements, called fecal incontinence, is a common problem in people as they age. Fecal incontinence can range from an occasional leakage of stool while passing gas to a complete loss of bowel control. Common causes of fecal incontinence include diarrhea, constipation, and muscle or nerve damage. The muscle or nerve damage may be associated with aging or giving birth. While fecal incontinence is embarrassing and difficult to talk about, health care providers can offer treatments to help control the condition and improve quality of life for patients.
On this Mayo Clinic Radio program segment, Dr. Jean Fox, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, discusses fecal incontinence.
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Benefiber has eliminated the problem of FI for me. My Pelvic Floor doctor said that it is useful to prevent flatulence that other fiber supplements can cause. Having to drink the bland drink 3 X day worked but kinda hampered my freedom. Then I found Benefiber Gummies. They work even better and I need to chew only one or two /day. So thankful to have found this solution. Another very helpful addition to my bathroom for bowel etiquette is a bidet added to my toilet. It’s amazing that this product is not in standard use.
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