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Sacral nerve stimulator for fecal incontinence

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Teresa1223
Teresa1223

I have had Crohns disease for over 30 years. I have had multiple surgeries for it and now have Short Bowel Syndrome. I have also had several surgeries for anal fistulas resulting in YEARS of fecal incontinence especially when I sleep. My GI Dr recently recommended a rectal stimulator but my insurance would not cover it and its very expensive. Does anyone have experience with this? Is it worth persuing a grant or loan? He also mentioned a bulking agent called Solesta. Anyone tried this?

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  • stephaney28634
    stephaney28634 Teresa1223

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    Hi Teresa, I haven't had fistulas or incontinence. I have permanent Ileostomy stoma.

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