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What To Do When You First Realize You Have Incontinence
Having incontinence can be embarrassing, but there are things that you can do to improve your condition. If you’ve just realized you have incontinence, first understand that you’re not the only one– over 25 million Americans suffer from incontinence. You are not alone. Second, know that this is exactly the place you should be. We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help you on your road to a solution. Review the links below to start taking charge of your incontinence:
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