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Loss of bladder control' and 'loss of bowel control'?
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Lost bowel & bladder: "minor incontinence" is partial soiling of occasional loss of loose or watery stool, while "major incontinence" is loss of control of stool of normal consistency. In minor incontinence, consider deficient internal sphicter tone due to trauma, rectal prolapse, prolapsing hemorrhoids, drug effects, fecal impaction. Consider neurologic deficit or widespread pelvic issue when concomitant loss of urine.
Answered 11/28/2013
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More details: Options are available for both conditions and you should see a specialist regarding your symptoms. This may include a colon and rectal surgeon (bowel control) and/or a urologist or urogynecologist (bladder control).
Answered 7/29/2015
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