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Fecal incontinence

Specialty: Gastrointestinal.

  • escaping feces
  • anal incontinence

Why it occurs

  • Sphincter injury (obstetric/surgical)
  • Impact with overflow
  • Neuropathy
  • Intense diarrhea

Initial workup

Dectal examination (tone, fecaloma); assess endoanal manometry/echo.

red flags

Sudden onset with neurological deficit or retention (cauda equina).

Standard management

  • Adjust consistency — fiber/loperamide according to cause
  • Pelvic floor rehabilitation — biofeedback

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousFlatus incontinence
Area
Gastrointestinal
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
2
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