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Multiple options for fecal incontinence Tx: medical, surgical.(Women's Health)

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ST. LOUIS -- Non-surgical treatment for fecal incontinence is often sufficient, Dr. Wayne B. Tuckson said at the 13th International Pelvic Reconstructive and Vaginal Surgery Conference.

Changes in dietary habits, such as avoiding gaseous foods, limiting caffeine, and increasing bulk, can help, as can certain medications. In those patients with chronic diarrhea--which can cause or worsen incontinence--constipating medications like Imodium and phenylephrine can help, said Dr. Tuckson, a colorectal surgeon in private practice in Louisville, Ky.

Imodium acts on the circular smooth muscle and increases resting anal tone and sphincter contraction. Topical…

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