Bowel Movement Problems
- Bowel Stomas
Bowel stomas are surgically-created connections between the intestines and the abdominal wall. A bowel stoma may be created as a permanent or temporary conduit to allow faeces to exit the body before it reaches the anus.
- Colostomy
A colostomy is a surgically created connection between the colon (part of the large intestines) and the abdominal wall.
- Constipation
Constipation is one of the most common health complaints, affecting up to 20% of the population. It is the reduced frequency of bowel movements requiring excessive straining at defacation in order to pass the stool.
- Faecal Incontinence
People with faecal incontinence have difficulty controlling their bowel. Faecal incontinence affects as many as one in 100 people. It is more common as you get older, but a lot of younger people are also affected. There are many different causes ...
- Ileostomy
An ileostomy is a surgically created connection between the ileum (part of the small intestines) and the abdominal wall.
Last updated: 16 May, 2012
Last reviewed: 16 May, 2012
