10. Loss of bowel control
As the body system loses functionality, the muscles responsible for controlling bowel movement weaken and usually stop functioning properly. So, the suffering person may have involuntary bowel movements and can experience the inability to signal the need to use the restroom.
The loss of bowel control can also have other causes, such as decreased blood flow. So, as the body conserves energy for the vital organs, the intestines usually stop functioning properly. In some cases, all these changes can lead to constipation, while in others, it leads to the inability to hold bowel movements.
This specific sign can be difficult to manage by the caregivers or family members, but it’s a common part of the dying process. It’s uncomfortable, but the suffering person is often not aware of these changes. Ensuring proper hygiene is extremely important, but emotional reassurance is the one that can ease the situation for both the dying person and their loved ones.
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