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What's 'normal'?

What's normal is different for different people, but there is a range that can be called normal. You can take control of your bladder and bowel by knowing how they work, having good habits and being more aware of bladder and bowel control problems.

How your bladder works

It's normal to go to the toilet four to six times a day. Learn more...

How your bowel works

Normal bowel habits can vary from several motions a day to several motions a week. Learn more...

Are you at risk?

A quick check of how your bladder is working. Assess your risk...

Healthy bladder & bowel habits

You can use simple habits to help stop bladder control and bowel problems from happening. Learn more...

Bladder control problems

Any unexpected leak of urine is never normal, it is always a symptom or sign of an underlying problem. Learn more...

Bowel problems

Constipation and unexpected leaking of motions are common problems. Learn more...

Page last updated 29 Feb 2008

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