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Incontinence is a term referring to?
Incontinence is a term used for the loss of control over bowel or bladder. Urinary incontinence and fecal inconntinence have many physical-biological causes.
What are the characteristics of fecal incontinence?
Fecal incontinence, also called bowel incontinence, can occur at any age, but is most common among people over the age of 65, who sometimes have to cope with urinary incontinence as well.
What is the prognosis for a patient with fecal incontinence?
Fecal incontinence is a problem that usually responds well to professional medical treatment, even among elderly and institutionalized patients. If complete bowel control cannot be restored, the impact of incontinence on everyday life can.
Is fecal incontinence life threatening in old people?
The biggest risk is if the person is wheelchair bound or bedbound. Fecal incontinence can lead to skin breakdown, leading to decubitus ulcer(s) of the skin.
What has the author Philip B Price written?
Philip B. Price has written: 'Plastic operations for incontinence of urine and of feces' -- subject(s): Fecal incontinence, Urinary incontinence
What surgical procedures are available to treat incontinence?
They include retropubic slings for urinary incontinence, artificial sphincter implants for urinary and fecal incontinence, and bladder and colon diversion surgeries for restoration of voiding and waste function.
Are all wheelchair dogs incontinent?
No, although urinary and fecal incontinence is typical in dogs that are paralyzed in their hind limbs.
What has the author Valerie Bayliss written?
Valerie Bayliss has written: 'Continence care pathways' -- subject(s): Critical Pathways, Critical path analysis, Evidence-based nursing, Fecal incontinence, Nursing, Urinary incontinence
Why must a patient avoid alcohol if they fecal incontinence?
Patients with fecal incontinence should avoid alcohol because it can irritate the gastrointestinal tract and worsen symptoms. Alcohol may also lead to dehydration and disrupt normal bowel function, potentially increasing the frequency and urgency of bowel movements. Additionally, alcohol can impair judgment and coordination, which may complicate managing incontinence effectively. Overall, avoiding alcohol can help improve bowel control and overall digestive health.
Who is affected by gasteroentologic diseases?
Gasteroentologic diseases disproportionately affect the elderly, with prominent disorders including diverticulosis and other diseases of the bowel, and fecal and urinary incontinence.
Does carbonation cause fecal incontinence?
Carbonated drinks may upset some peoples digestive systems. Especially if they contain caffiene which relaxes the anal sphincter muscles.
What has the author J Cavet written?
J. Cavet has written: ''People don't understand'' -- subject(s): Family relationships, Fecal incontinence in children, Children with disabilities
