What To Do About An Enlarged Prostate?
Enlarged prostates are common as you age. Men aged 60 and older have a 50/50 chance of having an enlarged prostate and those who are 85 have a 90% chance. Those may be scary stats, but what exactly does having an enlarged prostate mean? Is it something to worry about? And if so, what are […]
First FDA-Cleared, Wearable, Non-Invasive Solution for SUI
1-IN-3 WOMEN IN AMERICA CAN NOW PROUDLY DECLARE “I JUST FREE’D MYSELF WITH INNOVO THANKS TO REVOLUTIONARY NEW DEVICE TO TREAT ROOT CAUSE OF BLADDER WEAKNESS Pleasanton, CA (JUNE 5, 2019) – “OMG. I just free’d myself!” Today, 20 million women in America will rewrite that whispered, uncomfortable admission of bladder weakness[1] into a declarative, […]
Learn about a new option to treat Stress Urinary Incontinence.
Stress Urinary Incontinence, the type of incontinence that happens when you exert any type of pressure on your bladder or pelvic floor, happens to millions of American women. The pesky leaks can show up unexpectedly, whether you’re laughing at your best friends joke, or doing a jumping jack in your Tuesday morning workout class. Peeing […]
What Causes Incontinence In Men
Bladder leaks can happen to anyone at any age. While we’ve been conditioned to think that mostly older women are affected by the condition, many men suffer from incontinence too. There are many conditions that can lead to urinary incontinence in men. But luckily there are also many ways to treat it. Keep reading to […]
Why Your Diet Matters When You Have Incontinence
What you eat can make a big difference when managing bladder health and preventing leaks. Learn the do’s and don’ts in this article.
Patient Perspective: My Husband Doesn’t Understand My Incontinence
Are you like me? Do you live with someone who is unable to deal with your incontinence? I am sad to say that I do, and while it hasn’t always been easy, I’m starting to find ways to help my husband accept my problem. We’ve always been a carefree couple. Even in our early days […]
Will Drinking Green Tea Help Me Lose Weight?
Maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of incontinence. Green tea may help with weight loss.
I Constantly Have To Pee. What’s Wrong With Me?
“Why am I peeing so much?”, “I’m peeing every hour – what’s wrong with me?”, These are questions we get all the time at NAFC. Learn more about frequent urination in both men and women, and what may be causing you to be constantly running to the bathroom.
What Are Kidney Stones? And How Do They Contribute To Incontinence?
Kidney stones affect 1 in 11 people in the US. Kidney stones can (literally) be a real pain. But wWhat Are Kidney Stones? What causes them? And how can they be prevented? Read on to find out. What are kidney stones? The kidneys are part of your urinary tract system. Their job is to control […]
Treatments For Neurogenic Bladder
Having a neurological condition, such as Multiple Sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. But one thing many people may not realize is how it will affect their bladder. Luckily, there are treatments available that can help to minimize symptoms of neurogenic bladder and allow you to live without the […]
Could Kegels Actually Hurt Me?
Kegels aren’t right for everyone, and in some cases may do more harm than good. Learn who should avoid them.
What Is A Pessary And Do I Need One?
If you have a pelvic organ prolapse, or experience bladder leaks while exercising, you may have heard about a pessary to help treat symptoms. Learn more about this device and find out if it’s right for you.