The time you spend on the pot can offer health clues, says an expert doctor on what's normal, what's not, and why it matters.

Fecal incontinence results when the pressure in the rectum exceeds anal sphincter pressure. Coughing or lifting can transiently increase intra-abdominal pressure and result in stool leakage if the ...

Although bowel incontinence is more likely to occur due to the above reasons, it can also occur due to tumors in or near the colon, rectum, or anus. If a person experiences frequent or severe bowel ...

Fecal incontinence (FI) is a condition characterized by the involuntary loss of stool, which can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. It is estimated that up to 7% of adults ...

Passive incontinence – refers to the involuntary discharge of stool or gas without awareness; Urge incontinence – refers to the discharge of fecal matter in spite of active attempts to retain bowel ...