by small_flower » 27 Aug 2007, 15:03
I had my surgery back in february and I had the same concerns, but so far I have not had any huge problems. My doctor also told me that the problem is so rare, particularly in someone my age (i'm a youngin...23). I agree with the general consensus that, as you get older, having this kind of surgery would be more likely to cause that problem, but for those of us who are relatively young and healthy, I am quite sure that there is nothing to worry about. Way back, when I first joined this board, someone posted some research on what seems to cause the incontinence. His findings were that obesity seemed to play a role in having that problem. I will try to go back and find it for you. I know at a time like this, any information is probably comforting.
Good luck
kate