Women's Health Archives

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.

Sacral Nerve Stimulation Treatment Overview

Sacral Nerve Stimulation, also known as Sacral Neuromodulation, is a therapy used to treat bladder and bowel problems. In this article, learn about the sacral

Common Incontinence Myths

Incontinence affects millions of people every day— both men and women. Talking about issues like stress urinary incontinence, an enlarged prostate, or adult bedwetting

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When It’s More Than a Dribble, A Guide to Heavy Incontinence

By Northshore Care Supply Incontinence is a common and often challenging condition that affects people of all ages. While you’re sure to see television commercials

Can Weight Loss Help Reduce Incontinence?

Research indicates that weight gain can indeed worsen urinary incontinence, but there’s good news: weight loss can help reduce these episodes. Learn more about the types of exercises you can do, and a device to help you prevent bladder leaks while working out.

Can stem cells be used to treat incontinence?

On today’s episode of Life Without Leaks, we talk with Dr. Michael Chancellor, a board certified urologist, professor, scientist and researcher about cutting-edge treatments for Stress Urinary Incontinence. He’s one of the principal developers of a new treatment for SUI that uses a patient’s own stem cells to repair their anatomy. It’s currently in Phase 3 trials with the FDA – the Cellebrate Study – and you may even be eligible to participate.

Dribbling After Urinating – Why It Happens And What To Do About It

Women may experience a feeling of “dribbling” after urinating for many reasons. It may feel like they are unable to fully empty their bladder. This

Tips for Seeing Your Physician

Nobody wants to talk about their leaks, but it’s something that has to be done if you’re going to get the treatment you deserve. In today’s episode, Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, chair of the Department of Urology at Houston Methodist Hospital and a specialist in women’s health and bladder control issues, gives us tips on how to overcome embarrassment and have a confident, comfortable – and most importantly, productive – conversation with your physician.