How can you fix anal incontinence. It's surely & slowly ruining my life. It's only after I use the bathroom #2.. it doesn't come out into my underwear but when i wipe it's there... for 3 hours. It doesn't happen when im constipated very much...I'm a 15 year old female. It's been going on for a year and i went to a gastroenterologist and he checked my external sphincter and thats it... he said it looked fine.. its ruining my life. please help?
2007-12-26 12:58:05 · 21 answers · asked by Alllie 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Please no rude answers =/ I'm at a very depressing point in my life.
2007-12-26 13:01:06 · update #1
Have you tried wearing a sanitary pad back there , or maybe a change in diet would help
I would get a second opinion from a doctor to be honest
2007-12-26 13:00:36 · answer #1 · answered by banjaxed 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋
It may be your diet especially since you said it doesn't seem to happen as much when you are constipated. Maybe you need to get a second opinion though because it isn't normal and I can imagine it would be very traumatizing for a girl your age. Also talk with your parents about it to see if they can check on line or help somehow. I'm very sorry dear, I don't have anything else to offer Good Luck!
2007-12-26 21:05:10 · answer #2 · answered by begood1977 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Awe... you poor thing... that must make you feel really self-conscience. Nonetheless, there are ways to treat fecal incontinence. Only in extreme cases do doctors recommend surgery, and it doesn't sound like you'd be one of those cases. Depending on the cause of your incontinence, treatment may include dietary changes, medications, or special exercises that help you better control your bowels. I'd talk to your parents and see about getting another doctor's opinion.
2007-12-26 21:04:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I also think you should see another Dr. There has to be something they can do.I do feel for you but don't let it get you down. I am sure there is 1000's of other people with the same thing or even something even worse. Hang in there girlfriend thing are going to get better. I will pray for you every night. God Bless You.
2007-12-26 21:12:25 · answer #4 · answered by Kathy H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, u need to go to another doctor because there has to b way to control this. also when u wipe...have u ever tried baby wipes? everyone in our family uses them and it feels very clean and fresh after u wipe. carry some around with u just in case. im so sorry about ur problem, i hope u can get some help sweetie. good luck.
2007-12-26 21:05:23 · answer #5 · answered by PRINCESS DI 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you eat a lot of potato chips or a lot of things with oleo/oleic acid as an ingredient? I've heard that this ingredient can cause this. It very well could be diet related. You may want to look at this website : http://www.patentstorm.us/patents/5837300-description.html at the paragraph beginning with "Nondigestible or nonabsorbable..."
2007-12-26 21:11:39 · answer #6 · answered by Sarah O 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree about the acidophilus pills. You can also look them up as probiotics. They can be bought at any drugstore. You should also make a change to your diet. Plenty of water and add more fiber. Try a bowl of raisin bran for breakfast.
2007-12-26 21:06:55 · answer #7 · answered by Mom-of-3-cuties 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would talk to your parents about getting a second opinion. Especially if that visit did not do anything for you. Maybe see several doctors and just explain your situation I am sure someone might be able to help you.
2007-12-26 21:01:44 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hon go back to the Dr. you can not fix this yourself. Insist that your doctor take you serious. this is not a life or death matter but as you know it can be very embarrassing for you , be sure to tell your Dr. good luck honey
2007-12-26 21:03:13 · answer #9 · answered by sugar c 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You can find some answers in a search for "anti anal leakage agents".
2007-12-27 00:35:10 · answer #10 · answered by Susan Yarrawonga 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋