Faecal Incontinence Treatment in India
About Faecal Incontinence
Key Highlights
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Non-surgical, diagnostic-focused management plan.Personalized treatment based on precise test results.Aims to improve bowel control and restore confidence.Multimodal approach combining lifestyle, therapy, and medication.Can significantly enhance daily quality of life and social comfort.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent or chronic involuntary leakage of liquid or solid stool.
- Inability to control the passage of gas (flatus).
- Urgency to defecate that is too sudden to reach a toilet.
- Soiling of undergarments without awareness (passive incontinence).
- Incontinence following childbirth, rectal surgery, or due to chronic diarrhea or constipation.
- Underlying neurological conditions (e.g., multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury) affecting bowel control.
How to prepare
- Detailed discussion of symptoms, medical history, and current medications with the gastroenterologist.
- Maintaining a bowel diary for several days to track patterns.
- Following specific instructions for bowel cleansing if diagnostic tests like proctography are scheduled.
- Informing the doctor of any allergies, especially to contrast dyes or latex.
- Fasting may be required for certain tests, as advised.
Risks & possible complications
- Diagnostic procedures like anorectal manometry or ultrasound are generally low-risk but may cause minor discomfort or embarrassment.
- Rare risks from tests include minor rectal bleeding or irritation.
- Treatment side effects depend on the modality (e.g., constipation or diarrhea from medications).
- Potential for emotional distress or anxiety related to the condition and its management.
- Incomplete resolution of symptoms, requiring further treatment escalation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most diagnostic tests require no specific recovery time; patients can resume normal activities immediately.
- For treatments like biofeedback therapy, regular practice of exercises at home is crucial for success.
- Adherence to prescribed dietary changes and medication schedules is essential.
- Follow-up appointments are necessary to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan.
- Open communication with the healthcare team about treatment effectiveness and any side effects is encouraged.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Varies; significant improvement often seen within 4-8 weeks of consistent therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering faecal incontinence in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for faecal incontinence in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, Manipal Hospital Baner, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform faecal incontinence. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for faecal incontinence compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 5 Thousand – 30 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient) | ~ Varies; significant improvement often seen within 4-8 weeks of consistent therapy | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 17.5 Thousand – 105 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient) | ~ Varies; significant improvement often seen within 4-8 weeks of consistent therapy | Know More |
Top hospitals for Faecal Incontinence in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing faecal incontinence.
vijayawada, India
44 Doctors
Navya Miller, a 58-year-old high school...
Navya Miller, a 58-year-old high school principal, had always been a pillar of strength in her community. Her life changed after a difficult hysterectomy two years prior, which left her with nerve damage. Initially, she experienced occasional urgency, but it progressed to unpredictable, complete bowel accidents. She began carrying multiple changes of clothes, avoided staff meetings, and declined invitations, terrified of an incident in public. Her gastroenterologist, Dr. Chen, diagnosed neurogenic faecal incontinence. He recommended a sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) procedure, implanting a small device to regulate bowel nerve signals. Navya was terrified of another surgery but desperate. The procedure itself was minimally invasive under light sedation. The recovery involved some soreness and careful adjustment of the device's settings over several weeks. Six months post-procedure, Navya has regained significant control. She still has occasional urgency but no major accidents. The emotional relief is profound. She feels she has reclaimed her dignity and her life, returning to work with confidence and even planning a long-postponed vacation with her husband.
Gastroenterologists for Faecal Incontinence
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform faecal incontinence and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 25 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 34 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 20 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 8 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 14 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 18 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
- 49 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 35 Years Experience
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- 32 Years Experience
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- 30 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 30 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 21 Years Experience
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- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 9 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai