Helpline Q & A: Post defaecation soiling - what it is and what to
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WHY DO I SOIL MY UNDERWEAR? Having a small amount of bowel incontinence (or soiling) can be very distressing and embarrassing. It may also mean an extra change of underwear and using additional stain removers when washing clothes.
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Helpline Q & A: Post defaecation soiling - what it is and what to do about it
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RACGP - Faecal incontinence
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