Hemmoroids removed

The effects of Hemmoroid removal — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:15:26 GMT

I had both inner and outer hemmoroids removed through laser back in 1992. Today, if I need to evacuate and there is no facility near by I will have an accident. It's getting worse and I can have 4-5 bowel movements in one day. It also depends on what I eat the day before. Also, it's very embarrassing when I pass gas for no reason. I was once in a job interview when all of a sudden I got up from my chair and passed gas. I am a 62 year old woman and even afraid to go anywhere before I empty my inners. Is this called Irritiable bowel symdrome? I am still seeking employment but would you think I could get SSI or some treatment? I'm not going to wear diapers either. I do not have medical insurance, but have minimal insurance through a clinic. I appreciate some feed back. Congraulations on your show too. I love medical shows and your's is the best cause you talk about subjects people wouldn't normally talk about.

Thank you,

Carmen

RE: Hemmoroids removed

Don J. Scaturro — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:25:47 GMT

Sir...I am not an expert, nor am I a doctor. If I was having 4 to 5 accidents a day, besides re visiting the doctor, you should also make it a habit to have certain foods daily that would hold off an accident.

RE: Hemmoroids removed

Iamjustcurious — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:40:34 GMT

You have fecal (bowel) incontinence. Hemorrhoid surgery can indeed weaken the anal sphincter muscles causing them to lose control when you grow older. You can retrain and strengthen your anal sphincter muscles by performing kegel exercise on a regular basis. Probiotic supplements can help repopulate your intestine with friendly bacteria. These friendly bacteria will inhibit the growth of unfriendly bacteria that gave you the gas and excessive bowel movements. Bring a tennis ball with you when you go places where a public restroom is not available. When you sense an accident coming, sitting on the tennis ball will help stop the leak. I wish you the best.