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What age do people lose control of their bowels?

According to a 2005–2006 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, the prevalence of fecal incontinence rises with age, affecting only 2.6% of people aged 20–29 but increasing to 15.3% in participants aged 70 and over. This data indicates that while it's possible to lose control of your bowels at any age, older age is a significant risk factor.