Description
For sample persons age 55 and older in 1984, and age 65 and older in 1986, who have difficulty controlling bowel movements, LABOWLOFT reports how frequently she/he has this difficulty. See Codes tab for response options.
This variable is part of a series of variables related to the difficulty of doing various activities due to a physical/mental health condition, the use of help from others to carry on such activities, and the number of years this difficulty has persisted. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.
