Bowel urgency: Any suggestions?

Posted by lwbarker @lwbarker, Mar 3, 2023

I am 77 and have had bowel urgency for about 12 years. Mostly in the mornings, sometimes loose, sometimes firm, usually two to three BMs. Have had embarrassing incidents of no control when away from home. Recently GI doc recommended fiber supplement, pelvic floor strengthening and Bentyl (dicyclomine) daily. Fiber seems to help consistency. I take Bentyl if going out in the morning. I watch what I eat and drink. Any other suggestions?
Thanks!

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karlakilpatrick | @karlakilpatrick | Jan 5 10:34pm

In reply to @msvjv "Thank you. We don’t have a cvs in my town but I’ll look for an equivalent." + (show)

You can also try IbGard, which i get from walmart... Walmart also have their brand of peppermint oil. You should be able to find it near the Immodium or pepto bismuth aisle.