Bowel incontinence summary

Have I had my annual specialist check up?
Ensure that you see your urologist and continence nurse at least once every 12 months for a thorough check up and tests. This is to find out:

• how well your bowel is functioning, and how effectively your continence management routine is working
• whether you need to change your routine in any way
• whether any further surgery or drugs are needed to improve continence management
• if any changes or problems that have occurred over the last year need further investigation
• how well your enema routine and use of products is working.

Use the continence management planner at the end of this booklet to record your visits and follow up.

Am I constipated?

• If I have not been able to empty my bowel for two days, and my stool consistency is very hard I am constipated.
• If this occurs go to the doctor immediately for advice.
• Constipation should be attended to immediately.