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Very embarrassing problem

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shysal Tue 13-Jun-23 13:51:53

I had the problem following an operation for piles. I found out by accident, after using it in a carb-free bread recipe, that Psyllium Husk powder helped. If you Google it you will find some information on its use for faecal incontinence. I found the different brands had different consistency when mixed with water or fruit squash. This one is the easiest to swallow. Feel free to message me if you want more info or just to chat in private.
Psyllium Husk powder

M0nica Tue 13-Jun-23 13:42:34

Why could you never talk to anyone about this problem given so many people have it. Lets face it when you gave birth to your children far more intimate parts of you body were stretched out for inspection by a range of medical people, who interfered with it in order to ensure the safe delivery of yur children.

I spent most of my childhood, until I was 13 suffering from faecal incontinence. I had a medical problem known as 'Hirschsprung's disease'. I was at the very mild end of this disease, which made its diagnosis difficult.

I underwent years of bullying teasing and mockery at school, when other children discovered my illness, and if I can survive that and get through and build a very resilient and positive adult life on this, then you can do the very minor thing of taking your problen to a doctor. There are so many women GPs these days, that I am sure you could choose to see a woman doctor rather than a man.

eddiecat78 Tue 13-Jun-23 13:35:58

Firstly please do talk about this. I have a serious bowel disorder and really wish I had something that could be discussed in polite company but we need to get over this embarrassment. After all, everyone goes to the loo and a lot of people have problems with it.
Most large hospitals have an incontinence/ bladder & bowel department staffed by amazing sympathetic and knowledgeable "bowel nurses". Ask to be referred to the nearest one and I'm sure they will be able to help you with lots of practical solutions specific to your issues.

DianneAngel Tue 13-Jun-23 13:13:25

Have you thought about Tena Lady pants or something similar? I have IBS and so have an inclining of your problem. I, also, use toddler toilet wipes when necessary for cleaning up. As others have said talk to your GP asap. hugs

Charleygirl5 Tue 13-Jun-23 13:09:03

This is something you should discuss with your GP. Please do not muddle along for the rest of your life, try and get help if any is available.

kittypaws49 Tue 13-Jun-23 13:05:24

I could never talk to someone about this problem, even though having Googled it , it seems that it is very common. So, on the lovely anonymity of Gransnet, here goes ! When my second child was born ( very fast delivery ) I tore quite badly, Got stitched up afterwards of course, but I do remember one of the midwives muttering darkly,not specifically to me, about how tearing can leave problems such as fecal incontinence.
This was over 30 years ago, but I have lived with this on and off ever since. It's not anything dramatic, but there is soiling and leaking, it depends on what I eat,very laxative foods exacerbate the problem. Mostly I cope with it but in summer I am nervous about wearing very light coloured clothes or a swimsuit. The problem has worsened slightly with age , probably due to muscles getting weaker. There doesn't seem to be a lot that can be done, there's surgery but it isn't always sucessful.Is there anyone else on here with this problem?
Hope I haven't put any one off their lunch !