Bowel Control (Fecal Incontinence)
| Bristol Stool Form Scale Provides illustrations of the seven stool types, which can be used to help fill out the stool diary. *PDF Version (384 KB)* | |
| Fecal Incontinence Explains causes, diagnosis, and treatment of fecal incontinence, or bowel control problems. Includes information about eating, diet, and nutrition, and fecal incontinence in children. *PDF Version (578 KB)* | |
| Diarrhea Includes general information about diarrhea and the causes. Covers diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. *PDF Version (161 KB)* | |
| Stool Diary (PDF, 148 KB)* Chart for recording daily bowel movement details such as time, presence of incontinence, stool seepage or staining, stool consistency, and urgency; additional details such as use of pads, medications, and other comments can be recorded. |
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| What I need to know about Bowel Control Describes bowel control problems, or fecal incontinence, and its causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment. Provides tips for doctor visits and coping with bowel control problems. *PDF Version (968 KB)* |
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| En Español Lo que usted debe saber sobre el control intestinal Define los problemas de control intestinal, también llamados incontinencia fecal, y describe cómo funciona el control normal de los intestinos. Explica en detalle las causas, factores de riesgo, diagnóstico y tratamiento. Proporciona consejos sobre cómo hablar con el médico y maneras de sobrellevar los problemas de control intestinal. *Versión PDF (860 KB)* | |
| What I need to know about Diarrhea Discusses the causes of diarrhea and the dangers of dehydration. Provides suggestions for easing the symptoms of diarrhea in adults and children. Offers strategies for avoiding traveler’s diarrhea. *PDF Version (627 KB)* |
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| En Español Lo que usted debe saber sobre la diarrea Ofrece información sobre las causas de la diarrea y los riesgos de la deshidratación. Ofrece sugerencias para aliviar los síntomas de la diarrea en adultos y en niños. Presenta sugerencias para evitar la diajera del viajero. *Versión PDF (1,352 KB)* |
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