Fecal incontinence (FI) is the inability to control bowel movements, causing stool (feces) to leak unexpectedly from the rectum. Also called bowel incontinence, fecal incontinence ranges from an occasional leakage of stool while passing gas to a complete loss of bowel control.

Symptoms of chronic fecal incontinence (FI) include:

Frequent bowel accidents

Inability to resist the urge to go

Inability to feel when you need to go

Planning activities around the bathroom

Monitoring what and how much you eat

Using pads and protective garments

Three types of treatment are commonly used for fecal incontinence: medical therapy, biofeedback, and surgery. The specific treatment(s) recommended will depend upon the underlying cause of fecal incontinence.

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