Crohn’s and Incontinence – 5 Things You Can Do TODAY

It can happen when you least expect it. You’re out and about, at a public place, or around friends and family, and then it hits. The feeling, you know all too well. And while you may try to do your darndest to prevent it or address it secretly, sometimes, it seems like no matter what you do, it just doesn’t work.  For people with Crohn’s disease, incontinence is no joke. Embarrassing and challenging, this condition occurs due to Crohn’s impacts on the gastrointestinal system. While issues such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss are manageable, fecal incontinence feels like a different animal altogether.  Sometimes, nothing is more isolating and uncomfortable than losing control over your bowel movements. But here’s the good news. Although this may feel like an insurmountable challenge, there are many things you can do to live more comfortably and confidently with Crohn’s. Let’s cover five you can start doing TODAY.  1. Restroom Locator Apps This may sound silly, but it’s actually quite useful. Yes, there are restroom locator apps, and yes, they can quickly find clean, accessible restrooms, particularly when you’re in unfamiliar areas.  Are you on the go? Are you running errands? On vacation or...