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What Can I Do About Fecal Incontinence Long After Removing Polyps And Treating IBS Long Back?
Hello I have a problem ? this is been going on for several years now!! in 1990 I was told I have IBS . I ve had colon check foe pulups had a few little were cut out . But when I go do bowel movement I notice when i m done . I go to the gym while i m walking on the tread mill I feel like my poop is coming out so I stop and go to the rest room and sure enough it s on my underwear! it happen most of the time what could be my problem I drink fiber and eat vegies that have fiber . please help I talk to my Dr about it but she just say eat fiber which I do already. is something wrong with me? how can I stop this so I can go to the gym with out getting embrassed.
Wed, 31 May 2023
Hi,
It sounds like you may be experiencing fecal incontinence, which is the inability to control bowel movements. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including muscle weakness, nerve damage, or certain medications. In your case, it may be related to your IBS diagnosis.
It's good that you're already eating a high-fiber diet, as this can help regulate bowel movements. However, there are other treatments that may be helpful as well. These may include pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles that control bowel movements, medications to reduce diarrhea or constipation, or biofeedback therapy to help you better control your bowel movements.
I would recommend talking to your doctor again about this issue and asking for a referral to a specialist who can help you develop a treatment plan. It's important to address this issue so that you can exercise comfortably and confidently. Don't be afraid to advocate for yourself and seek out the care that you need.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
It sounds like you may be experiencing fecal incontinence, which is the inability to control bowel movements. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including muscle weakness, nerve damage, or certain medications. In your case, it may be related to your IBS diagnosis.
It's good that you're already eating a high-fiber diet, as this can help regulate bowel movements. However, there are other treatments that may be helpful as well. These may include pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles that control bowel movements, medications to reduce diarrhea or constipation, or biofeedback therapy to help you better control your bowel movements.
I would recommend talking to your doctor again about this issue and asking for a referral to a specialist who can help you develop a treatment plan. It's important to address this issue so that you can exercise comfortably and confidently. Don't be afraid to advocate for yourself and seek out the care that you need.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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