Fecal Incontinence falls under the Other and Gut Health categories.

Fecal Incontinence

•Last Updated: September 29, 2022

Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements, causing stool to leak unexpectedly from the anus. This condition can arise from weak pelvic floor muscles or the body being unable to sense when the rectum is full.

Fecal Incontinence falls under the Other and Gut Health categories.

Last Updated:September 29, 2022

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A low-FODMAP diet vs. psyllium supplementation for reducing fecal incontinence episodes

In this 4-week randomized trial, supplementing with 7.1 grams per day of psyllium was as effective as a dietitian-led low-FODMAP diet for reducing fecal incontinence episodes.