Sphincter paralysis
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Sphincter paralysis is paralysis
of one of the body's many sphincter
s, preventing it from constricting normally.
Case studies have shown patients may remain continent
for many years despite being affected by anal sphincter paralysis.
Paralysis
Paralysis is loss of muscle function for one or more muscles. Paralysis can be accompanied by a loss of feeling in the affected area if there is sensory damage as well as motor. A study conducted by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, suggests that about 1 in 50 people have been diagnosed...
of one of the body's many sphincter
Sphincter
A sphincter is an anatomical structure, or a circular muscle, that normally maintains constriction of a natural body passage or orifice and which relaxes as required by normal physiological functioning...
s, preventing it from constricting normally.
Case studies have shown patients may remain continent
Fecal incontinence
Fecal incontinence is the loss of regular control of the bowels. Involuntary excretion and leaking are common occurrences for those affected. Subjects relating to defecation are often socially unacceptable, thus those affected may be beset by feelings of shame and humiliation...
for many years despite being affected by anal sphincter paralysis.