AboutMiranda Expertise I can answer most questions pertaining to Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis) as well as the medications, surgeries and tests associated with it. I am not a doctor so please don't ask questions that aren't related to this specific area or close to it because it is not my area of expertise.
Experience I have been diagnosed with Crohn's disease for over five years and have dealt with the disease since I was twelve years old. I have been through every medication, numerous exams as well as surgery. I have also worked at a camp for chronically ill children the past three summers and two of our sessions are Crohn's and Colitis so I am very familiar with both conditions.
Organizations Crohn's Colitis Foundation of America, IBD Campus Connection
Education/Credentials I will be finishing up my Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Biology this spring and I am currently applying to nursing schools to become a nurse practitioner.
Expert: Miranda Date: 4/5/2008 Subject: Fecal Incontinence
Question Hello...
Generally, what causes fecal incontinence, and what is the medical treatment for it? I am a 77-year old male, and in fairly good health, and have had this condition for some time. I am lactose intolerent; milk will cause the loss of a small amount of feces. Never had a colonoscopy; generally, bowel movements are OK. No pain nor other bowel/rectal/prostate problems. Thanks.
Answer I am not too familiar with fecal incontinence as a primary symptom, but I know that it can occur with aging, and as the muscles in your rectum lose their strength and elasticity it can loosen and cause this problem. This link is just some general information about fecal incontinence that you may find helpful. It contains great information about what causes it, tips to control it, etc. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/fecalincontinence/
However if this problem persists you may want to contact your doctor so that they are able to evaluate you and provide you with further advice, and perhaps a diagnosis.
