Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Diarrhea and constipation are common causes of fecal incontinence.  Dietary changes and medications can help improve fecal incontinence.Eating smaller meals and going ...

GLP-1 medications can change the quality of your poop. Here's what to expect, why GLP-1 constipation happens, and how to ...

Gastroenterologists say this simple dietary change can help relieve constipation naturally, thanks to its fiber and ...

Fecal incontinence results when the pressure in the rectum exceeds anal sphincter pressure. Coughing or lifting can transiently increase intra-abdominal pressure and result in stool leakage if the ...

Botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injections in the rectum reduced episodes of fecal incontinence and urgency, a randomized controlled trial showed. Among nearly 200 patients in a modified ...

You can prevent sharts by eating fiber and staying hydrated. You can get regular exercise to regulate bowel movements and ...

Your poop says a lot about your health. Here's what gastroenterologists say to look for and explain the link between exercise ...

An incomplete bowel movement means you still feel like you need to poop after using the toilet. Common causes include constipation and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C). Constipation ...

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Passive incontinence – refers to the involuntary discharge of stool or gas without awareness; Urge incontinence – refers to the discharge of fecal matter in spite of active attempts to retain bowel ...