Navigating the Care Pathway for Overactive Bladder and Incontinence
A comprehensive treatment plan for overactive bladder and urge incontinence is essential for improvement in bladder leaks. Learn how to navigate a care pathway for overactive bladder and incontinence, from behavioral modifications to medications or even surgery, for optimal management. If you’ve ever received treatment for a specific health condition, chances are your doctor has […]
Ask the Doc: Does Reusable Incontinence Underwear Need Disposable Pads Inside as Well?
Question: I have recently bought some washable leakproof incontinence underwear. Do I need to wear a pad inside them for extra protection? Great question! There are many incontinence products on the market, so it can be hard to weigh up the alternatives and figure out how they’re used together. Luckily, most washable incontinence underwear comes […]
How To Get The Nutrients You Need When You Have Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Learn how IBD patients can avoid nutrient deficiencies and maintain optimal health. Our guide covers common nutrient deficits, their potential complications, and tips for preventing deficiencies through proper nutrition and supplementation.
6 Tips for Sex And Dating with Incontinence
Learn how you can enjoy a satisfying sex life, despite having incontinence.
What to Look for When Hiring In-Home Care for A Loved One
Finding the right in-home non-medical care is vital for your loved one’s care. You’ll want to check their qualifications, experience, and references. And the extent of their insurance and liability coverage. They must also be compatible with your loved one and can be available when needed. This article will guide you through the essential factors […]
The Biggest Challenges Faced By Caregivers
Caregivers face many challenges when they choose to take on the care of a loved one. Learn about the physical, mental, and financial strains a caregiver may experience and ways to overcome them.
Common Prostate Cancer Symptoms
The Most Common Symptoms of Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed form of cancer among men in the United States. Early detection can make a huge difference in your overall health outcome, so it’s important to be aware of the early prostate cancer symptoms so you can receive a diagnosis and […]
Eliminate Incontinence with Neuromuscular Modulation Stimulation
If you’re dealing with bladder problems like incontinence, you may have heard of neuromodulation, a way of altering the nerve pathways by electrical stimulation or chemicals to help the nerve signals control bladder function. However, you may not have heard of neuromuscular modulation – a process that specifically targets the nerve-muscle junction to enhance muscle […]
Helping your loved one with Alzheimer’s manage incontinence
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is challenging, especially when incontinence is in the picture. This article discusses how Alzheimer’s affects incontinence and offers practical tips to manage it. Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that slowly affects a person’s memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s important to know that Alzheimer’s is not a normal part […]
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.
Could Hemorrhoids Be Contributing To My Fecal Incontinence?
Hemorrhoids are a common condition that affects many people at some point in their lives. They are painful and uncomfortable, and they can cause a range of symptoms such as itching, bleeding, and swelling around the anus. Fecal incontinence, on the other hand, is a medical condition that causes an inability to control bowel movements. […]
A magic treatment for bowel incontinence?
Dr. Joshua Bleier discusses a revolutionary, minimally invasive treatment for bowel incontinence that provides meaningful improvement to up to 90% of his patients.
