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The Financial Impact of Incontinence: Costs You May Not See

Incontinence is often discussed in terms of symptoms and quality of life but for many people, it also brings a steady (and sometimes surprising) financial burden. Beyond the obvious cost of pads, protective underwear, and skin-care products, there can be added expenses from laundry, missed work, caregiving needs, and medical visits. The good news: understanding where the costs come from is the first step toward reducing them—and getting the right treatment can be a cost-saver, not just a health improvement.

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Speaking Up About Incontinence

For many people living with bladder leaks, the hardest part isn’t the symptoms themselves.
It’s deciding to talk about them.
Bladder leaks can feel too small to mention, too embarrassing to explain, or not “serious enough” to justify a doctor’s visit. Many people quietly manage symptoms for years—adjusting their routines, limiting activities, and hoping things don’t get worse.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong for feeling this way.

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Incontinence by the Numbers

How common it is, why it’s increasing, and what an aging population means for patients and families
Incontinence is often treated as something people should keep private — but the reality is that it’s extremely common, and it affects millions of Americans every day.
As our population ages, especially with Baby Boomers entering older adulthood, more people are living with bladder and bowel control problems. That means more patients seeking answers, more caregivers providing support, and greater impact on families and the healthcare system.
Understanding the numbers helps reduce stigma — and reminds people that they are not alone and help is available.

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How Pat overcame her leaks – One patient’s success story

Too many patients suffering from leaks think that they’re sentenced to struggle with their condition for the rest of their lives. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Today’s guest is Pat, and she shares her story about how he finally had enough with trying to manage her problems and found a solution that made an incredible, immediate difference for her…

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“Do I tell somebody before a first date that I pee myself?” One patient’s surprising journey to drier days.

There’s a misconception out there that incontinence is usually something that happens as you get older. Hannah is here to tell us that it’s something that can happen at any age. She shares her story about how she developed severe overactive bladder after a surgery in her early 30s, how it nearly derailed her career, and how she finally found relief after she had nearly given up hope.

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From Zero Control to Total Control – How One Patient Overcame Bowel Incontinence

Imagine being a 35-year-old woman who suddenly develops bowel and bladder incontinence following childbirth – incontinence so difficult to treat that even a major surgery fails to deliver lasting, meaningful relief. That’s the situation today’s guest, Hope, found herself in – that is, until she discovered a simple procedure that changed her life completely, giving her back control after 17 years of struggling. Listen now to find out how she overcame her incontinence…

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A Holistic Approach to Pelvic Health

Brianne Grogan – also known as Dr. Bri – is one of the brightest stars in the world of pelvic health, with hundreds of thousands of followers on YouTube and countless visitors to her website. She’s earned such a passionate group of fans because of the warm and welcoming way she helps patients overcome their challenges through movement, nutrition and the mind-body connection. Today she talks with us about a holistic approach to pelvic health, with an empowering message and simple, practical strategies to help you gain better control of your pelvic floor.

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Living with A Perianal Fistula: A Personal Story

Perianal fistulas are a common byproduct of Crohn’s Disease. Read Emma’s story about living with a perianal fistula and learn about the emotional and physical struggles she faced on her path to treatment.

Conquering Urinary Incontinence: Carolyn's Journey to Freedom from overactive bladder.

Conquering Urinary Incontinence: Carolyn’s Journey to Freedom

Today we’re joined by Carolyn Hampton, a patient who had such severe overactive bladder that she was going to the bathroom urgently every hour of the day and night. Medication only did so much for her, but she found real, lasting relief through the InterStim system, a tiny implanted device that helped improve the communication between her brain and her bladder. Listen to learn more about what she was going through and the journey she took to drier days.

All I Want For Christmas Is A Dry Bed Beyond Embarrassment: Treatment Options for a Dry Bed

All I Want For Christmas Is A Dry Bed

Sandy shares her story of overcoming adult bedwetting and finding hope through treatment. Learn how to address this common issue and reclaim control of your sleep.

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