Fecal incontinence and nursing approach

Fecal incontinence (FI ), involuntary loss of feces state solid or liquid. Fecal incontinence, which affects millions of women worldwide, is a pathological condition that not only affects the individual physically but also affects both socially, psychologically and economically. Individuals with fecal incontinence live in social isolation. The actual prevalence of the disease is not known definitely because individuals with the disorder do not express it because of their feelings of embarrassment. It is difficult for the individuals with the disease to express the complaints of fecal incontinence because of their feelings of embarrassment and frustration. Due to the fact that fecal incontinence is seen as a taboo in the society, important roles and responsibilities fall on nurses in identifying and evaluating the problem. The aim of this review is to investigate the causes of fecal incontinence, risk factors, current diagnosis and identify the responsibilities and roles of nurses who take active roles at every stage of treatment of the disease