Question 1

i am having leg weakness and bowel incontinence.  i feel pressure in my lower back.  it is getting worse day by day. what should i do?

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Here are some ...: You should see a professional now to make sure of no nerve compression to spinal cord by disc herniation. Don't wait. Best wish ...

Question 2

does long term use of movicol cause dependency or bowel incontinence? thanks in advance

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Maybe...: Laxatives should only be used routinely when directed by your physician. If you suffer from chronic constipation, your diet is probably to blame. Increase your intake of fruit and vegetable fiber as well as water. That said, polyethylene glycol is safe.

Question 3

can bulges at l3-l5 weaken sphincter muscle and cause some degree of bowel incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Depends : Not bulges per say but if there is enough swelling to narrow and put pressure on the spinal canal you can have big problems and if you have bowel or bladder changer with back pain you should seek care immediately!

Question 4

have been diagnosed with slow transit constipation. prescribed linzees and miralax by gi and got explosive diahrrea. amitiza (lubiprostone) causes bowel incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Need to consult with: Your gastroenterologist. Suggest you get a second opinion if no satisfaction from the first.

Question 5

cn meningitis cause slurred speech, stiffness in leg n arm, bowel incontinence, poor recognition power all together? hw long it takes to cure fully?

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Meningitis: Yes, all of these can conceivably occur due to meningitis and secondary encephalitis.  Cure will depend upon the cause of the meningitis and the therapy employed, the duration of illness before onset of treatment, the prior condition of the person infected, and other factors.

Question 6

i have l3-4 spinal stenosis and left para central herniation. would pressure from herniation affect sphincter muscle and cause minor bowel incontinence?

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Yes: Yes and if you have incontinence surgery should be considered.

Question 7

how should i consult a doctor if a loved one has bowel incontinence?

Accepted Answer

To cope...: Show you genuine willingness to help and support... So, it's said: Life is a process of constant struggle to cope with reality, certainty, &amp; uncertainty of daily living for survival, growth, &amp; continuation. With these in mind, you will become more capable to learn and retain what you learn when, where, what, &amp; how to timely help &amp; support the loved one. And ask Doc for more specific guides...

Question 8

i am embarrassed about my bowel incontinence. what can i do about it?

Accepted Answer

See a colon surgeon: There are a lot of options these days for bowel incontinence. We have both surgical and non surgical options.
Please see a colon and rectal surgeon to discuss your options. These include physical therapy, sacral nerve stimulator, solesta injection, secca procedure, and overlapping sphincteroplasty.
You don't have to live with it the way it is.

Question 9

which physician treats bowel incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Several: Incontinence may be treated by your primary doctor, a gastroenterologist, colorectal surgeon or some combination. This would depend on the severity of the problem and the resources in your area.

Question 10

what suggestions are there to control bowel incontinence with multiple sclerosis? is the incontinence permanent when it develops with ms?

Accepted Answer

See neurologist: This is a good topic to discuss with your neurologist not all instances about this function are permanent many are reversible. I advise that you remain well hydrated among other things.

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Cn meningitis cause slurred speech, stiffness in leg n arm, bowel incontinence, poor recognition power all together? hw long it takes to cure fully?

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