Low anterior resection syndrome: symptoms, causes, etc.
Low anterior resection syndrome refers to a group of symptoms that may occur after treatment for colorectal cancer. These may include incontinence, urgency, increased frequency of bowel movements, and other changes in bowel habits. Low anterior resection syndrome can lead to decreased quality of life. Your doctor may recommend treatments to relieve certain symptoms. This […]
VCU Health leads clinical trial of new treatment to help people with bowel control issues
olivia torani A research team at VCU Health is leading a clinical trial evaluating new treatments for fecal incontinence and sudden loss of bowel control. The treatment involves implanting a bioengineered sphincter muscle derived from the patient’s natural cells to help the patient regain control of his or her bowels. The transplant surgery for the […]
Loss of bowl, loss of bladder control common in adults with CF: study
Loss of bladder and bowel control is common in adults with cystic fibrosis (CF), and such incontinence problems can affect a patient’s quality of life and breathing, regardless of the severity of pulmonary symptoms. ) could compromise care, the study found. “Persistent cough,” a common symptom of cystic fibrosis, “induces pelvic floor dysfunction.” [problems]” the […]
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination. …1 week ago
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination. …1 week ago
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination.
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination.
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination. …13 hours ago
Results After Intrasphincteral Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Cureus Fissures Background Intrasphincteral injection of botulinum toxin is an alternative treatment for anal fissures and may have less risk of fecal contamination. …13 hours ago
Fecal incontinence is highly associated with IBS or constipation
Credit: Unsplash / Li Lin Approximately 1 in 10 people without organic comorbidities related to bowel function reported fecal incontinence, according to a new study. Data suggests that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and constipation are the factors that most influence the risk of fecal incontinence, but the likelihood of receiving specialist treatment for these symptoms […]
Butt pain and incontinence
Editor’s note:The Case Challenge series includes symptoms that are difficult to diagnose, some of which are not frequently encountered by most clinicians, but are still important to accurately recognize. Test your diagnostic and treatment skills using the following patient scenarios and corresponding questions. If you have a case you would like to submit for an […]
Can Botox injections help patients? New research suggests Botox may help with fecal incontinence.
Researchers are testing rectal injections of Botox to see if it can help manage fecal incontinence in patients. So far, the results are promising. If future studies prove successful, doctors could offer patients new ways to manage this difficult-to-control condition.[] In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, researchers treated approximately 200 patients with fecal incontinence using […]
Constipation: a universal childhood health problem
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