How do you manage bowel incontinence?

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JS

Community Member

5 months ago

Can anyone give me their input as far as how they manage their bowel incontinence. My rectum was removed along with some sacral nerves so now I have bowel incontinence I wear a brief but those are expensive and can go through quite a few in a week. Just looking for some tips or suggestions.

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Managing bowel incontinence after surgery can be challenging, and exploring different products and strategies may help find what works best for your situation. Consider discussing options like barrier creams, different brief styles, or other management approaches with your healthcare team, and connecting with others here who may have helpful experiences to share.

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TO

Community Member

5 months ago

Kegels, to strengthen the muscles around your anus, can be done to strengthen your anal area. After 5 years, those muscles are finally working at 80% Very slow process for me. Eat 6 small meals a day, not 3 big ones.

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JS

Community Member

5 months ago

Thank you for the tip,Tim

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Managing bowel incontinence after surgery can be challenging, and exploring different products and strategies may help find what works best for your situation. Consider discussing options like barrier creams, different brief styles, or other management approaches with your healthcare team, and connecting with others here who may have helpful experiences to share.

How do you manage bowel incontinence?

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