Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Fecal incontinence means you cannot fully control your bowel movements. It can range from occasional small leaks to more serious accidents that interfere with your daily life, work, and social confidence. This condition is coded as ICD-10 K59.2. At GastroDoxs in Houston, Dr. Rishi Chadha provides compassionate, expert care in a private, respectful setting.
He reviews your complete health history-including bowel habits, prior surgeries, childbirth injuries, and any urinary incontinence-and performs a gentle physical exam to assess pelvic floor and sphincter muscle strength.
Stool analysis is done to rule out infections, inflammation, malabsorption, or other causes of chronic diarrhea or irritation.
In select cases, further evaluation'such as neurological studies or referral for biofeedback assessment with a pelvic floor physical therapist-may be recommended to fine-tune the diagnosis.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
The ICD-10 code for fecal incontinence is K59.2. It's used for medical records and billing.
Common causes include weakened pelvic muscles, nerve damage (from diabetes or spinal injury), childbirth or surgical trauma, chronic diarrhea or constipation, and radiation therapy.
Yes. Pelvic floor exercises (Kegel exercises) can strengthen the muscles that control bowel movements and reduce leaks over time.
Often, yes. A high-fiber diet, adequate hydration, and regular eating schedules can bulk up stool and help you maintain better control.
They can be. Both conditions may result from weakened pelvic floor muscles or nerve damage, especially after childbirth or pelvic surgery.
If you experience stool leaks more than once a month, frequent urges, or if incontinence impacts your daily life, you should consult a specialist.
He may recommend anorectal manometry to measure muscle strength, endoanal ultrasound for muscle integrity, defecography to assess evacuation, and stool tests for infections or inflammation.
Surgery (e.g., sphincter repair) is considered only when conservative measures and minimally invasive therapies haven-t provided relief.
Most insurance plans cover diagnostic tests and many treatments. Our office staff can verify your benefits and preauthorize procedures as needed.
Please bring a list of your symptoms, current medications, and a record of your bowel habits (frequency, consistency, leaks) to help Dr. Chadha tailor your treatment plan.
