causes of bowel incontinence

What causes fecal incontinence (bowel incontinence)?

Fecal incontinence (bowel incontinence) is the accidental release of stool. Fecal incontinence may include the inability to hold in stool in time to reach the bathroom or having stool come out without being aware of it. Stool is the combination of waste, undigested food, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Fecal incontinence can be an embarrassing ...click here to read more