Faecal incontinence is one of the most common conditions we treat at Bowel Diagnostics and Therapy — and one of the most under-reported. If you are experiencing it, please know: it is not something you have to accept, and effective treatment is available. 

Many bowel changes that occur after 50 are real, common, and manageable — but they should never simply be accepted as inevitable. Knowing the difference between what's expected and what warrants investigation could make a significant difference to your health. 

Most Australians will experience constipation at some point in their life. When constipation becomes an ongoing problem, it may be hard to know when to see a doctor.

So when does constipation cross the line from inconvenient to something that deserves proper medical attention? 

Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common cause of constipation, difficulty evacuating, leakage, and ongoing bowel discomfort. And yet, what many people don’t realise these symptoms are related to the pelvic floor muscles.