Bowel incontinence is a common health condition affecting around 1 in 30 people in Australia, and support is available.
It involves the accidental loss of faeces (poo) or wind (flatus). This may include finding it hard to control when and where a person passes faeces (poo) or noticing stains in underwear (soiling).
Learn about its causes, healthy bowel habits and practical treatments to support better control and wellbeing.
Bristol Stool Chart
A simple, visual guide to help you identify types of faeces (poo or stools) and track changes.
Diarrhoea
Common causes of diarrhoea, practical food tips and treatment options to help restore comfort and wellbeing.
Soiling
Ways to support your child’s health and wellbeing if they experience soiling and how medical support may help.
Constipation
Causes of this common condition, how it affects health, and treatment options to support better bowel habits.
About the bowel
What the different parts of the bowel do, what it means to have a healthy bowel and what can cause bowel incontinence.