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The hidden side of incontinence: Mental health challenges

When most people think about the symptoms of incontinence, they think about physical things like urgency and leaks. But what’s every bit as real – and every bit as troubling – are the mental health symptoms that so many patients live with. Incontinence is significantly associated with depression, anxiety and other mental issues, and addressing them can be a particular challenge.

Today’s guest is Tina Harris from Tenderheart Health Outcomes, here to share with us important information that the team at Tenderheart has learned about mental health from their research and patient surveys. She discusses what patients and caregivers commonly experience and offers strategies to help lighten the mental burden.

Top Tips For Greater Discretion

If you experience moderate to severe incontinence and use disposable absorbent products, it’s likely that you place a high emphasis on being discreet about your condition, especially in public places. Visible bulk, rustling sounds and odors from your product can cause you great embarrassment and draw unwanted attention, making you feel self-conscious.

To help you maintain your dignity and self-confidence, we’ve gathered our top tips to help you to fully participate in your daily activities, work and social gatherings, without worrying about others noticing you’re wearing an absorbent product. Maintaining privacy around your incontinence helps preserve your sense of normalcy and prevents potential stigma or uncomfortable questions from others.

Overactive Bladder in Men

Despite being incredibly common, Overactive Bladder is something that isn’t talked about nearly enough, and that’s especially true when it comes to men. Today’s guest is Dr. Bradley Gill, chief of surgery at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest and Mentor Hospitals and a board-certified urologist, and he’s here to help us understand about the unique ways it impacts men’s lives and what can be done about it.

Comfort Meets Confidence: Washable Incontinence Underwear Designed for Men

When it comes to bladder leaks, most men are familiar with disposable pads or guards. They’re the go-to solution—widely available, easy to use, and instantly replaceable. But what if there were a better option?

What many don’t realize is that washable incontinence underwear has come a long way. Thanks to innovations in fabric technology and thoughtful design, today’s washable options offer dependable protection in a form that looks and feels like regular underwear—without the drawbacks of disposables.

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Bladder Cancer in the News – What You Need to Know

With the recent announcement by Deion Sanders, hall of fame NFL player and current head coach for the University of Colorado Buffaloes, that he is undergoing treatment for bladder cancer, we’ve been seeing a significant increase in interest about the disease. Today’s guest is Dr. Bradley Gill, chief of surgery at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest and Mentor Hospitals and a board-certified urologist, to help us understand the condition, its causes, treatment options and potential outcomes.

Taking Charge: A Man’s Guide to Staying on Top of Health Over 40

Turning 40 can feel like hitting a checkpoint in life. You’ve likely weathered a few storms, gained some wisdom, and maybe even started noticing a few new aches and pains. It’s the perfect time to take charge, prioritize your well-being, and set yourself up for decades of energy, strength, and longevity.
Men often put their health on the back burner—blame it on busy schedules, reluctance to go to the doctor, or simply not knowing where to start. But staying healthy after 40 doesn’t have to be complicated. It just takes a proactive mindset and a little bit of structure.

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How To Talk To Your Partner About Incontinence

If your partner is experiencing incontinence, you might suddenly feel like you are in uncharted territory. Incontinence is both a physical condition and a lifestyle change.
Intellectually, we understand that incontinence is a medical condition outside of our control. Emotionally, however, it’s a different story. Losing the ability to fully control our bladder and bowels – a skill gained in early childhood – can bring with it intense feelings of shame, embarrassment, anger and denial. For those in a partnership, incontinence also brings fear of loss of sexual attraction, and sometimes fear of diminished affection.

COPD And Incontinence – What You Need to Know

COPD can cause a lot of complications, including incontinence. Get the facts on COPD and incontinence.

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7 Early Signs Of Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. They’re small hard “stones’ that are made up of crystallized minerals that form

Something all men eventually face…

Mike Leventhal is straight up when he explains that there are three things all men eventually face: death, taxes and an enlarged prostate. He should know – as the Executive Director for the Tennessee affiliate of Men’s Health Network, Mike has spent his career helping men improve their physical and mental well being. Today he talks with us about caring for your prostate as you get older and, for those men who have had their prostates removed, how to manage the incontinence that’s usually associated with the procedure.

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High & Low Risk Urinary Retention

Urinary Retention In general, urinary retention is defined as the inability for the bladder to empty to completion. It may be a chronic or an

Do frequent ejaculations reduce the risk of prostate cancer?

Prostate cancer is a common condition in men and the most common type of cancer in men in the US. It’s estimated that a whopping

Men’s Health

The hidden side of incontinence: Mental health challenges

Top Tips For Greater Discretion

Overactive Bladder in Men

Comfort Meets Confidence: Washable Incontinence Underwear Designed for Men

Bladder Cancer in the News – What You Need to Know

Taking Charge: A Man’s Guide to Staying on Top of Health Over 40

How To Talk To Your Partner About Incontinence

COPD And Incontinence – What You Need to Know

7 Early Signs Of Kidney Stones

Something all men eventually face…

High & Low Risk Urinary Retention

Do frequent ejaculations reduce the risk of prostate cancer?

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