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What can be done about fecal incontinence?

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What can be done about fecal incontinence?

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Fecal incontinence is an embarrassing problem, but there are steps you can take to improve bowel control. Kevin Soden, MD, outlines a series of lifestyle changes you can make to prevent unwanted gas and leaks.

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