Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is the name health professionals give to a series...
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Find out more >As a conservative estimate there are around 6.5 million people in the UK today with some form of bowel problem, that’s 1 in 10 of us. There’s no discrimination either, as both men and women, young and old can be affected.
Despite being so common, bowel difficulties are still not as openly talked about as they should be and many people needlessly suffer in silence and don’t get the help they need.
The choice and availability of treatments, products and medicines have never been greater and there is plenty of good advice and support available. In some cases, bowel problems can be completely cured and in others, they can be effectively managed with the right products or treatments so you can regain your quality of life.
On the following pages you will find information on the many different kinds of bowel problems, from constipation and diarrhoea through to Diverticular Disease and faecal incontinence, also commonly referred to as bowel incontinence. Available treatment and product options are included for each individual condition.
There are many ways you can find help on this site, including our Support Group which is a moderated space for peer support and discussion. For all your ostomy, urology, wound care or prescription medication needs you can contact our Home Delivery team for a professional, friendly service. We’re constantly working to improve our services, so do check back often.
Bowel Problems, Conditions & Symptoms
A bowel obstruction can be a serious condition, which can occur in the large...
Constipation is a very common condition that affects people of all ages.
Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are enlarged and swollen blood vessels which are in...
Diarrhoea can cause frequent and urgent desires to go to the toilet. Learn about...
Rectal prolapse is when part of your rectum or the lining of your rectum,...
Faecal incontinence or bowel incontinence is more common than you would think, affecting over...
Bowel Treatments
If you find yourself having difficulty going to the toilet and emptying your bowels,...
The treatment for a bowel obstruction will depend on what is causing it.
Haemorrhoids are usually an inconvenience that can be treated at home and will usually...
The key to irritable bowel syndrome treatment is to understand what is causing it...
When it comes to Diverticulitis Disease treatment, most doctors will advise patients to increase...
Faecal incontinence or bowel incontinence is more common than you would think, affecting over...
An upset digestive system can make you feel bloated and sluggish, so maintaining a...
Associated Illness
Not all bladder or bowel issues are necessarily the result of conditions and diseases specific to those areas of the body.
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It is essential that the highest standards of hygiene are maintained at all times....
Bowel problems are not limited to adults and are definitely not just part of...
Bowel Retraining is a conservative treatment that is generally aimed at people who have...
Different people have different bowel habits. Most people who have a bowel movement more...
There are a number of alternative and complementary solutions to manage constipation. A...
A high fibre and fluid diet is a healthy diet and is suitable for...
The bowel is part of our digestive system and it works to digest the...