Are there any problems with your bowel movements?

Are there any problems with your bowel movements?

Problems with your bottom or bowel movements Changes in your bowel movements include diarrhoea, constipation and other changes to the usual timing, size, amount, consistency and frequency of your bowel movements.

How to handle bowel control problems in school-age children?

Learn the best way to handle bowel control problems in school-age children. My son is six years old and has a problem controlling his bowel movements. He soils his pants at least once, maybe three times a day. He seemed to master potty training at the usual age, so this is something of a surprise to us.

How old is my son when he has a bowel movement?

My son is six years old and has a problem controlling his bowel movements. He soils his pants at least once, maybe three times a day. He seemed to master potty training at the usual age, so this is something of a surprise to us. We have noticed that he is reluctant to stop whatever he is doing to go to the bathroom.

What causes stool to get backed up in the bowels?

This is mainly due to constipation. The prolonged duration that stool stays in the bowels causes it to become dry and hard. Eventually this impacted stool cannot be passed out of the bowels. It further causes the liquid and semi-solid stool higher up the colon to become backed up.

What causes the inability to control bowel movements?

Bowel incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements. It’s a common problem, especially among older adults. The most common cause of bowel incontinence is damage to the muscles around the anus (anal sphincters).

What are the different types of bowel problems?

If you have been diagnosed with bowel (faecal) incontinence, IBS, Colitis, Crohns, constipation or other bowel problems you can search the down menus below to find out more information about your specific condition or problem.

Is it too late to get help for bowel problems?

It is never too late to get help with your bowel problems. If you would like some advice on how to approach your GP regarding your bowel problem you may find our Advice Sheet helpful. It also includes information on tests that your GP may recommend you have done.

Can a child be born with bowel problems?

Childhood bowel problems. Bowel problems are not limited to adults and are definitely not just part of getting older – children can experience them too. Some children will be born with bowel conditions while others can develop them as they start to grow.