One of its most appealing aspects is that it is written to allow someone with this problem to think that they are not alone, that there is nothing to be embarrassed about and that there many things which can be done to help or even to completely overcome the problem. Faecal incontinence is not uncommon and it is likely that there are many people suffering who are too embarrassed or frightened to tell anyone. This book gives the patient the knowledge and confidence to seek advice from their GP or practice nurse in the first instance. The loss of bowel control, also known as faecal incontinence, can be a devastating problem. There can be few things more embarrassing than a bowel accident that other people notice, and few conditions that create so much anxiety.
Faecal incontinence affects men and women of all ages.
Many people go untreated because they are too embarrassed to ask for help. This is a pity because there are many effective treatments available. Many surgeries employ a continence nurse who will be able to advise you. The contents include information about how to seek help for the problem, available management options, and what to expect from treatment. As well as describing the complexity of symptoms associated with faecal incontinence, it contains extensive practical advice.