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I've never had problems with bowel movements before. yesterday i did not know i had to poop until i felt it running down my leg. what causes this?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Stool incontinence: could be serious and definitely embarassing problem. Most likely it is caused by defective sensory mechanism of anal sphincter. Consult with a colo-rectal surgeon.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 1/18/2015

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A member asked:

I've never had problems with bowel movements before. yesterday i did not know i had to poop until i felt it running down my leg. what causes this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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