I hate talking about this... But, I couldn't think of a better place to share.
For the most part, I have been constipated. So much so, that no amount of fiber, laxitives or even enemas would cause a worthy movement. It is miserable to say the least.
However, by the grace of God, I have become regular!! In all my life (pretty much) I have had constipation issues. I never thought I'd be so happy about BM's, but believe me, I am thankful everyday!!
However, within the last couple of months I have had rectal spasms, a few times that has caused complete lack of control. Thankfully, I was at home when it happened. Rectal spasms are the most painful spasms I have had so far.
This happened to me last summer. Once it just caused extreme urgency and I was near a bathroom, thank goodness. But another time, I wasn't so lucky.
I was hoping that that symptom was gone for good, but no such luck. I also quite frequently have spasms... I'm not sure where. I know that sounds weird. It feels like it's in my urethra. Is it possible to have spasms there? I have had loss of urinary control a few times, but I don't recall spasms prior to that happening. I keep having these spasms down there and I'm afraid it's going to end up causing incontinence. However, I'm really having more trouble with retention right now. Could these spasms be the cause of it?
About 6 months ago, my spasticity has gotten a lot worse. my Dr. switched me to baclofen, which has helped some.
For me, it's quite depressing. Within two years I have gone from having minimal symptoms to having an MS diagnosis and multiple symptoms. Do any of you have suggestions or helpfel tips?
I realize there is a separate forum for urinary incontinence, but I thought I'd kill two birds with one stone.
Thanks for reading!
For the most part, I have been constipated. So much so, that no amount of fiber, laxitives or even enemas would cause a worthy movement. It is miserable to say the least.
However, by the grace of God, I have become regular!! In all my life (pretty much) I have had constipation issues. I never thought I'd be so happy about BM's, but believe me, I am thankful everyday!!
However, within the last couple of months I have had rectal spasms, a few times that has caused complete lack of control. Thankfully, I was at home when it happened. Rectal spasms are the most painful spasms I have had so far.
This happened to me last summer. Once it just caused extreme urgency and I was near a bathroom, thank goodness. But another time, I wasn't so lucky.
I was hoping that that symptom was gone for good, but no such luck. I also quite frequently have spasms... I'm not sure where. I know that sounds weird. It feels like it's in my urethra. Is it possible to have spasms there? I have had loss of urinary control a few times, but I don't recall spasms prior to that happening. I keep having these spasms down there and I'm afraid it's going to end up causing incontinence. However, I'm really having more trouble with retention right now. Could these spasms be the cause of it?
About 6 months ago, my spasticity has gotten a lot worse. my Dr. switched me to baclofen, which has helped some.
For me, it's quite depressing. Within two years I have gone from having minimal symptoms to having an MS diagnosis and multiple symptoms. Do any of you have suggestions or helpfel tips?
I realize there is a separate forum for urinary incontinence, but I thought I'd kill two birds with one stone.
Thanks for reading!
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