Fecal incontinence affects one in twelve women by age fifty, with prevalence increasing to one in eight among the elderly, according to the Brazilian Society of Coloproctology (SBCP). Despite its commonality,many women remain silent about the issue due to shame and a long-held belief that some degree of fecal leakage is an inevitable part of aging.
Coloproctologist Doryane Lima emphasizes that this is not normal and that women today are more active than ever, making it crucial not to ignore these signs and compromise quality of life. Lima suggests that geriatricians and gynecologists should initiate conversations with patients about fecal incontinence and refer initial cases to coloproctologists.
Lima, who holds a PhD in Surgery and has dedicated meaningful study to the pelvic floor, explains that this network of muscles supports organs and aids in urination and defecation. The pelvic floor’s function is demanding, and in women, these muscles often weaken.
Why is This a Female Subject?
Lima states that for every five women experiencing fecal incontinence, only one man does. She also notes that patients often have both fecal and urinary incontinence.
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