Faecal incontinence refers to the involuntary bowel movemnets that cannot be controlled. Stool passes spontaneously without any planned action.
people of age more than 65 years of age is prone for the disease.
young children physical activity also are the victim to bowel incontinence
Faecal incontinence occurs when the normal anatomic and physiologic function of the body gets interrupted. Incontinence usually occurs from the multiple fcarors and it is not concerned to the single factor. The internal anal sphincter function is to cause the pressure during the resting phase and also it enhances the action of external sphincter , the anal mucosal folds, and the anal endovascular cushions. Disruption of the external sphincter results in urge related disorder or diarhhoea related disorder. Damage to the endovascular cushions results in dysfunction of the anal seal and sampling reflex. The ability of the rectum to perceive the presence of stool leads to the rectoanal contractile reflex response, an essential mechanism for maintaining continence.Pudendal neuropathy can diminish rectal sensation and lead to excessive accumulation of stool, causing faecal impaction, mega-rectum, and fecal overflow. The puborectalis muscle plays an integral role in maintaining the anorectal angle. Its nerve supply is independent of the sphincter, and its precise role in maintaining continence needs to be defined. Obstetric trauma, the most common cause of anal sphincter disruption, may involve the EAS, the IAS, and the pudendal nerves singly or in combination. It remains unclear why most women who sustain obstetric injury in their 20s or 30s typically do not present with fecal incontinence until their 50s. There is a strong need for prospective, long-term studies of sphincter function in nulliparous and multiparous women
loosy stool
difficulty in passing the stool
pain while evacuating
excessive straining to pass the stool
Bloating and gas
Blood test,urine test and stool test might be used to detect the dysfunction of bowel.
Blood test- can show signs of anaemia,inflammation and infection.
Endoscopy helps to look inside your anus, rectum, and colon for signs of inflammation and digestive tract functions problems that may be causing your fecal incontinence. Endoscopies for fecal incontinence include
To look for problems in the anus, pelvic floor, or rectum that may be causing your fecal incontinence, your doctor may perform an imaging test such as
The prognosis is good when the triggering factor is made to subside.
Intake lots of water and other fluids. You may be able to treat diarrhea at home using over-the-counter medications, such as loperamide
stay hydrated
practise physical exercises
reduces the stress and practise yoga
avoid the foods that results in constipation mainly junk foods
be physically active