Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: I Don’t Let Incontinence Negatively Affect My Life
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. I’m 67 years old. I’ve had bladder leaks […]
Physical Therapy After Prostatectomy
Many men with prostate cancer elect to have a prostatectomy – the complete removal of the prostate. This type of surgery does help eliminate the cancer, however a prostatectomy also causes a number of other undesirable consequences, sometimes including incontinence. Not every man will experience incontinence after a prostatectomy, but those who do may […]
Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: Incontinence Makes Me Feel So Depressed
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. I’ve always considered myself to be an upbeat […]
Overactive Bladder in Men
You’ve all probably seen ads on television showing women rushing to the bathroom because of a severe or sudden urge to urinate. That’s overactive bladder (OAB). You’ve also seen ads of men rushing to the bathroom at football games. Those ads say it’s a prostate or “growing problem” – the prostate is getting too big […]
Incontinence Dilemma: Quality or Savings? Both!
As the average life-span in most developed countries continues to grow, the prevalence of incontinence will continue to rise and the demand for incontinence services will continue to increase. According to data published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the prevalence of incontinence among people aged 65 and over is significant. Prevalence […]
Tips For Managing Incontinence In Men
Incontinence may be more common in women, but many men experience it too. Read on to learn more about incontinence in men, and how to treat it. What is incontinence? The official definition of incontinence is the inability to hold urine, resulting in bladder leakage. Men are more likely to get incontinence as they age, […]
Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: Acceptance Is The Key
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. I’m incontinent and have been for the past […]
Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: Incontinence Limits My Life
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. Lots of conditions can keep you from the […]
Prevalence Of Incontinence In Middle Age Women
Recently, Aeroflow Urology, a national provider of continence care supplies through insurance, surveyed hundreds of women, aged 40-64, to learn more about their journey with incontinence. The results were astonishing. The poll showed us that while almost ¾ of middle age women are affected by incontinence, there is a large gap in education and resources […]
The Importance Of Living In The Moment
How many of you out there are living your life at a break-neck speed. Work, family life, church, and social obligations can take up all your time, leaving you feeling worn out and exhausted each and every day. And, worries about health conditions (such as incontinence), kids, or financial strains can take up every extra […]
Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: I’m Scared to Visit My Family
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. I always hoped my kids would live close […]
Voices Of Incontinence Personal Story: My Husband Is My Rock
This story is a part of the National Association For Continence’s “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with incontinence. Learn more about this campaign, watch the videos, read other stories, and find resources to manage bladder leaks here. Having incontinence can be a huge burden, not […]