Bowel problems are common. About 1 million Australians have poor bowel control. This topic talks more about bowel problems, including constipation, poor bowel control, rectal prolapse and other bowel problems.
Constipation is a common problem, where bowel movements occur less frequently than normal. Learn more...
Diarrhoea is frequent, loose and watery motions. Learn more...
People can have difficulty controlling their bowel, passing faeces or stools at the wrong time or in the wrong place. Learn more...
A rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum turns itself inside out and comes out through the anus. Learn more...
Helpful hints and tips on managing bowel problems, such as information about pelvic floor muscle training, medicines, products and questions to ask your doctor. Learn more...
There are many other problems that can involve the bowel, including Crohn's disease, colitis, haemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome and worms. Learn more...
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