Is Fecal Incontinence a Symptom of Dementia?

Incontinence can be a symptom of many disorders and if your mother's fecal incontinence is a change, it is always advised to check this out with the physician to rule out any other cause. It could be a side effect of a new medication (i.e aricept) or an infection/flu. Incontinence of feces or urine may occur in early stages of dementia but it is much more common at a later stage when the individual loses awareness of familiar acts like toileting and cannot connect a feeling of urgency to the concept of having a bowel movement. Thus, in answer to your question, it might reflect the progression of the disease or indicate an acute situation.

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