Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about fecal incontinence:

1. What is causing my fecal incontinence?
   
   
2. If I’m experiencing fecal incontinence, will I also experience urinary incontinence?
   
   
3. What is the best way to treat my fecal incontinence?
   
   
4. Will making dietary changes alone be enough to address my problem?
   
   
5. Do I have to stop drinking coffee, tea and soda?
   
   
6. Are there specific over-the-counter medications you would recommend for me?
   
   
7. Am I a candidate for a procedure to relieve fecal incontinence? If so, what are the risks and benefits?
   
   
8. When should I expect to see results from the treatment plan?
   
   
9. What conditions/changes should I contact you about prior to our next appointment?
   
   
10. Should I avoid having an episiotomy during childbirth?