Fecal incontinence is the leakage of stool (feces) from the anus.
Fecal incontinence can be caused by constipation, diarrhea, anxiety or other
emotional stresses, nerve injury, muscle damage, lack of exercise, or poor
diet.
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Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
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Nancy Greenwald, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Last Revised
February 16, 2011
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Last Updated:
February 16, 2011
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