Learned today I have a stricture. But should I care?

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Hi All,

I am just getting started with a new doc and have a full exam scheduled for next week.

However, the doctor did find a stricture upon digital exam. Looking at other posts, it seems this causes many people problems with emptying the pouch. However, I don't have this problem.

Once in a while, I have to go again right after an initial BM. It is usually to release more gas and some stool.

My bigger problem is incontinence so the doc will be examining me for possible cuffitis as well as looking at the damage caused by a tear during vaginal birth.

I am wondering, would the stricture have anything to do with the incontinence I experience? If a stricture is more of a concern with dificulty eliminating, I don't think I am all that anxious to mess with it.

2/13/1310:52 PM

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Jan DollarModerator, RN, retired

I suppose that stricture could be causing more problems than you realize. If it is tight enough, it could be causing retention of stool, the cuffitis, and even pouchitis. These can contribute to your incontinence. So, if you get that stricture dilated, things can improve in general. It won't undo the birth trauma issues, but every little bit can help you manage.

Fingers crossed that this is an issue for you and that it can be resolved.

Jan

2/14/1312:26 AM

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